Proof of Purchase - without proof of purchase...

_gav_

I remember from my days at college when we did a little law, the tutor really had a beef about the SOGA and proof of purchase requirement. The proof of purchase doesn't have to be a receipt (as they don't have to give one), nor a statement. It can simply be a witness to say that they saw you buy it, basically any evidence to show that you bought it from that trader. SOGA is very specific with this.

I found this link that confirms the same:-
http://www.glasgow.gov.uk/NR/rdonlyres/5032CEDB-BB1E-4E9C-AED0-A31EB8B899C5/0/FaultyGoods.pdf

fluffnutter

bod1467 wrote: »

Would anyone else be wary of logging in to online banking from a public computer? Or am I the only paranoid android here.

I'd use the library or an internet cafe if I was away and needed to access my account. Just follow the usual safety procedures and double make sure you log off completely afterwards.

arcon5

_gav_ wrote: »

It can simply be a witness to say that they saw you buy it, basically any evidence to show that you bought it from that trader. SOGA is very specific with this.

I don't think a witness would be sufficient for proof of purchase tbh.

Pay anybody a few quid and i'm sure they'll do anything for you.

"Yes Mr Wetherspoon manager, I was with this person when she purchased this TV from you." "Sure madam, let me process your refund."

That link isn't the actual legislation though, just a scottish interpretation of scottish law. I would be surprised if a judge would be satisfied by this.

Flyboy152

peachyprice wrote: »

That still wouldn't be enough, you would still need something to prove it was actually bought and not 'acquired'

But, theoretically, that shouldn't affect the manufacturer's warranty.