Those who hike prices excessively risk jail or $10k fine, attorney general warnspublished at 11:11 Greenwich Mean Time 8 January

California's Attorney General has warned against excessive price increases by retailers who may see an opportunity to overcharge those who have been forced to evacuate.
Price gouging for shelter, gas, food and other essential supplies during a state of emergency is illegal under state law.
“If you see price gouging — or if you’ve been the victim of it — I encourage you to immediately file a complaint with my office,” Rob Bonta said in a statement, external.
His office said it’s generally illegal to boost prices on essential needs by 10% or more during such an emergency.
Those who are caught price gouging will be subject to criminal prosecution which could result in a one-year prison sentence or a fine of up to $10,000 (£8,032.95).