Dollar General Overcharged Me: Shelf Price vs Register Price
In New York, stores must charge no more than the lowest advertised, written, posted or marked price, according to the New York Attorney General. The AG found 43% of 900+ Dollar General inspection reports (2021–2023) failed price accuracy by more than 2%, and secret shoppers were overcharged on about 14% of items in 11 stores. Show the shelf tag and receipt at the store and ask for the difference.
What to do now
- Photograph the shelf tag or ad price before paying when it looks different.
- Keep the receipt and ask the store to refund the difference.
- In New York, file a complaint with the AG if the store refuses.
Who owns the resolution
The store first; the state AG or weights-and-measures office for enforcement.
Evidence to prepare
- Your account email or user ID
- Screenshots or a confirmation number for the specific order/booking/transaction
- Any messages you already exchanged with support about this
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Why this policy exists
The October 15, 2026 settlement requires Dollar General New York stores to honor the lowest listed price when tags, ads or register prices differ, fix discrepancies within 24 hours, show per-item discounts and total savings on receipts, post lowest-price notices, train staff, and submit to independent unannounced audits.
The penalty is $1.875 million in food and personal items donated to Foodlink, a Rochester nonprofit.
Pricing rules differ by state; outside New York, check your state’s weights and measures or consumer protection office.
- Attorney General James Secures $1.875 Million in Food and Goods from Dollar General (Oct 15, 2026) — New York State Attorney General
Last verified against the sources above on 2026-10-23. Policy and deadlines can change -- use the official support link below for the current rule.
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