(1) A violation of this part constitutes a violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977.
(2) For the purpose of application of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, any violation of this part shall be construed to constitute an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting trade or commerce and subject to the penalties and remedies as provided in the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act of 1977, in addition to the penalties and remedies set forth in this part.
(3) If the attorney general has reason to believe that any person has violated this part, then the attorney general may institute a proceeding under this chapter.