File an online Complaint. A person engages in a "deceptive trade practice" if, in the course of his or her business or occupation, he or she: 1.These laws prohibit everything from using a fake trademark to altering a used car's odometer. 1. Knowingly passes off goods or services for sale or lease as those of another person. Knowingly passes off goods or services for sale or lease as those of another person. Like many states, Nevada enacted deceptive trade practices statutes to protect consumers. Violations of the law are considered unfair or deceptive trade practices subject to enforcement under the Nevada Consumer Protection Act. Consumers in Nevada should be aware of the concept of deceptive trade practices when purchasing a service or product in the state. NRS 207.171 is the Nevada statute that prohibits using false or misleading advertisements. Do you promote your products as "Made in the USA"?