A joinery company has been fined $30,000 by Suva Magistrates Court for accepting payment and not delivering on goods and services within a reasonable time.
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission says the company was charged with one count of accepting payment without being able to supply.
FCCC says the company had accepted a $7,000 payment from a consumer for the manufacture and installation of a modern deluxe kitchen and despite receiving payment, the company failed to deliver the goods and services within a reasonable time.
The say the Court found that the FCCC had proven its case beyond reasonable doubt, and found the company guilty and convicted accordingly.
FCCC says on 3rd September 2025, sentencing was delivered, whereby the court ordered the company to pay a fine in the sum of $30,000, together with prosecution costs amounting to $500.
While welcoming the ruling Chief Executive Officer, Senikavika Jiuta says it sends a strong message to traders about their obligations under the law.
She says this conviction should act as a deterrent for other traders and reinforces FCCC’s commitment to protecting consumers.
They are urging traders not to engage in conduct that exploits consumers by taking payments without supplying goods or services within a reasonable timeframe.
Jiuta FCCC will not hesitate to take strong enforcement action against any trader who breaches the trust of Fijian consumers.
She is urging consumers to remain vigilant and to always request receipts, invoices, and written agreements when making significant purchases.
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