NC Attorney General Investigates Gas Stations Over Fuel Tax Savings
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson's office has followed up on 51 consumer complaints regarding gas stations not passing on fuel tax savings. The office sent 42 letters requesting explanations from gas stations, with eight of those addressed to stations…
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, November 6, 2026 — The North Carolina Attorney General’s office is actively investigating potential issues at gas stations across the state concerning the passing of fuel tax savings to consumers. Following up on consumer complaints, Attorney General Jeff Jackson’s office has taken action on 51 reports related to this matter.
As part of the investigation, 42 letters have been dispatched to gas stations across North Carolina. These letters formally request explanations from the businesses regarding their practices concerning fuel tax savings. Of these 42 letters, eight were specifically directed to gas stations located in the eastern part of the state.
In addition to the letters sent for explanation, the Attorney General’s office has made nine separate referrals. These referrals have been directed to the state Department of Agriculture. The reason for these referrals is to address observed discrepancies between the fuel prices advertised by these stations and the actual prices charged at the pump.
The Attorney General’s office has not provided specific details regarding the names of the gas stations involved or the exact nature of the discrepancies reported. The process involves reviewing consumer complaints and then initiating appropriate follow-up actions, such as requesting information or referring cases to other relevant state agencies for further investigation or enforcement.
Consumers who believe they have been overcharged or have not received the benefit of fuel tax savings are encouraged to report their concerns to the Attorney General’s office. The office stated its commitment to ensuring fair practices within the fuel market for North Carolina residents.
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