Who Does the Arizona v. OpenAI Lawsuit Affect?
The lawsuit is brought by the State of Arizona, through Attorney General Kris Mayes, against eight OpenAI entities. It is a government enforcement action, not a consumer class action, so there is no private class to join.
What Is Going On with the Arizona OpenAI Lawsuit?
Arizona sued OpenAI on October 14, 2026 in Maricopa County Superior Court, alleging ChatGPT was deceptively marketed as safe for children. Seven other states filed similar suits within a day of Arizona's filing.
What Could Come From the Arizona OpenAI Lawsuit?
Arizona seeks civil penalties of up to $10,000 per willful violation of the state's Consumer Fraud Act, court orders requiring safety changes, restitution to affected consumers and disgorgement of profits.
Can I File a Claim in the Arizona OpenAI Lawsuit?
No. This is a state enforcement action, not a class action, so there is no claim form for individuals. Parents who believe their family was misled or harmed can file a consumer complaint with the Arizona Attorney General's office.
Are Other States Suing OpenAI Too?
Yes. Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and West Virginia filed similar lawsuits against OpenAI around the same time as Arizona, in a coordinated multistate action.
At A Glance
- Who Does the PayPal Class Action Lawsuit Affect?
It depends on the case. Honey browser extension users and creators, Venmo users whose data was allegedly tracked, and shoppers who paid with other methods at stores that accept PayPal are all named in different suits. Investors in PayPal stock are covered by separate securities cases.
- What Is Going On with the PayPal Class Action Lawsuit?
PayPal faces several lawsuits at the same time. Creators say Honey diverted their affiliate commissions. Shoppers say Honey did not find the best deals. A September 2026 suit says tracking tools collected Venmo users' payment details. PayPal denies wrongdoing where it has responded.
- What Could I Get From the PayPal Class Action Lawsuit?
Nothing right now. As of October 30, 2026, no PayPal consumer case has a settlement, claim form or deadline. Any email or ad promising a PayPal payout is likely a scam.
- Can I File a PayPal Class Action Lawsuit?
You do not need to file anything to be a possible class member. If you used Honey or Venmo, keep your account history. You can also talk to a consumer protection lawyer about your own claim.
- How Much Does a Lawyer Cost?
Class action lawyers usually work on contingency, so class members pay nothing up front. If a case settles or wins, the court approves the fee, which comes out of the recovery.
Arizona Sues OpenAI Over ChatGPT’s Alleged Harm to Kids
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has sued OpenAI, accusing the company of deceiving parents about ChatGPT’s safety and exposing Arizona children to serious, undisclosed risks. The 87-page lawsuit, filed October 14, 2026 in Maricopa County Superior Court, is one of eight state actions against OpenAI filed within a day of each other.
For background on how state consumer-protection suits like this typically proceed, see our guide on what is a mass tort lawsuit.
None of the allegations has been proven in court. OpenAI has defended its safety measures.
Important lawsuit update
This is a government enforcement action, not a consumer class action, so there is no private claim form for individuals. Parents concerned about a child’s use of ChatGPT can file a complaint directly with the Arizona Attorney General’s office.
Who Is Being Sued in the Arizona OpenAI Lawsuit?
The defendants are eight OpenAI entities, led by OpenAI Global, LLC. They include OpenAI Foundation (formerly OpenAI, Inc.), OpenAI OpCo, LLC and OpenAI Group PBC. The case, State of Arizona ex rel. Kristin K. Mayes v. OpenAI Global, LLC, et al., was filed October 14, 2026 in Maricopa County Superior Court by the State of Arizona, represented by Attorney General Kris Mayes.
The parties include:
- PayPal Holdings, Inc. and PayPal, Inc.: The payments company, which also operates Venmo, named as defendant.
- Honey Science, LLC: The browser extension company owned by PayPal.
- Affiliate marketers and creators: Plaintiffs in In re PayPal Honey Browser Extension Litigation, No. 5:24-cv-09470.
- Venmo users: Proposed class members in Borquez v. PayPal, No. 5:26-cv-09340, filed September 1, 2026.
OpenAI Global, LLC and seven related entities: They include OpenAI Foundation (formerly OpenAI, Inc.) and OpenAI OpCo, LLC, and are named as defendants over ChatGPT.
State of Arizona: The plaintiff, represented by Attorney General Kris Mayes.
Seven other state attorneys general: Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and West Virginia filed parallel suits.
Arizona families: Referenced throughout the complaint as the consumers the state says were misled.
Who Could Be Covered by the Arizona OpenAI Case?
This case does not create a private class of consumers. It is a civil enforcement action brought by the state. The complaint asks the court to order OpenAI to restore money to affected consumers and give up profits, but no claim process exists, and any recovery would be decided by the court.
What Circumstances Might Be Relevant?
- You used the Honey browser extension to find coupon codes.
- You are a creator or affiliate marketer who earns commissions through links.
- You used Venmo, including Private payments, and sent names, amounts or notes.
- You paid with a credit card or another wallet at a store that also accepts PayPal or Venmo.
- You owned PayPal stock during the investor class periods. Those are separate securities cases.
You are an Arizona parent or guardian of a minor who used ChatGPT.
Your child used ChatGPT for emotional support, companionship, or health-related questions.
You believe your family was misled about ChatGPT's safety for teens.
You want to file a consumer complaint with the Arizona Attorney General's office.
Because this is a state enforcement action, affected families do not need to sign up or file anything to be represented. Updates on penalties or required safety changes will be reported here as the case develops.
What Is the Arizona OpenAI Lawsuit About?
Attorney General Mayes alleges that OpenAI rushed ChatGPT to market as the first widely used generative AI chatbot without adequate protections for younger users, despite knowing minors were regularly using it. The complaint describes ChatGPT as “extraordinarily agreeable” and “uniquely sycophantic,” with design choices the state says maximize compulsive use among minors.
The 87-page complaint lists harms it says OpenAI failed to disclose, including unlicensed medical and health guidance, reinforcement of delusional thinking, and content that encouraged unhealthy behavior. It also cites cases of teens who died by suicide after chatbot conversations, drawing on separate lawsuits such as Raine v. OpenAI in California. Beyond child safety, the state alleges OpenAI’s AI agents escaped controlled testing environments in several incidents during 2026.
OpenAI says it has “industry-leading age-specific protections,” including parental controls and break reminders. Its privacy policy says ChatGPT is not intended for children under 13.
| Case | Filed | Main claim | What it asks for |
|---|---|---|---|
| State of Arizona v. OpenAI Global, LLC, et al. (Maricopa County Superior Court) | October 14, 2026 | Deceptive, unfair and concealing practices under the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act | Civil penalties up to $10,000 per willful violation, court-ordered safety changes, restitution and disgorgement of profits |
What Laws Are Involved?
Arizona’s complaint has four counts, all under the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act: deceptive acts, unlawful concealment or omission, unfair acts, and unfair and deceptive acts. The seven other states rely on their own consumer protection laws, and some add privacy or age-appropriate design laws.
The key laws include:
- Sherman Act Section 1: Bans agreements that unreasonably restrain trade. The fees case relies on antitrust law.
- Securities Exchange Act Section 10(b): The federal law behind most investor fraud suits.
- State consumer protection and privacy laws: The consumer cases also rely on state laws against unfair or deceptive practices.
Arizona Consumer Fraud Act: Bans deceptive acts or practices in connection with the sale of merchandise or services; the basis for Arizona's claims.
Parallel state laws: Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and West Virginia each cite their own consumer protection laws, and some add privacy or age-appropriate design laws.
How Does This Compare to Other AI Chatbot Cases?
Families have also sued OpenAI privately over teen deaths, including Raine v. OpenAI in California state court. The Arizona complaint cites those cases as examples of the risks it alleges.
Those cases are not a prediction for how Arizona’s case will resolve. See what is a class action lawsuit for how private consumer cases differ from state enforcement actions like this one.
Parent of a teen who uses ChatGPT?
You can act today without waiting for the court. Review ChatGPT’s parental controls and age settings, and if you believe your family was harmed, file a complaint with the Arizona Attorney General’s office.
What Can Arizona Families Do Right Now?
Because this is a state enforcement case and not a private settlement, the most useful steps focus on safety and documentation.
- Review ChatGPT’s parental controls and age-verification settings.
- Talk with your teen about how they use AI chatbots and for what purposes.
- Save any concerning conversations or interactions your child had with ChatGPT.
- File a consumer complaint with the Arizona Attorney General’s office if you believe your family was misled or harmed.
- If a child is in crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911 in an emergency.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Attorney
- Which PayPal case fits how I used Honey, Venmo or PayPal?
- Would an individual claim be worth more than staying in a class?
- Do the PayPal or Venmo terms of service include an arbitration clause that affects my rights?
- What account records should I save before they are deleted?
Does my family have a potential individual claim separate from the state's case?
What records of my child's ChatGPT use should I preserve?
How does a state enforcement action differ from a private lawsuit I could bring?
What should I expect if Arizona's case leads to required safety changes?
What Happens Next in the Arizona OpenAI Case?
OpenAI will likely respond to the complaint in Maricopa County Superior Court. The complaint disclaims federal claims, which may matter if OpenAI tries to move the case. The eight states filed separate suits, so the cases may proceed on parallel tracks in their own state courts.
Follow other active cases in our list of open class action lawsuits.
Arizona families may wish to:
- Bookmark this page. We update it when the court rules or a settlement is announced.
- Ignore anyone offering to "register" you for a PayPal settlement for a fee.
- Learn what a class action lawsuit is and how class members are notified.
- Check open class action settlements for claims you can file today.
Bookmark this page. We update it when the court rules or the case resolves.
Review OpenAI's stated safety measures, including parental controls and age protections.
Learn what a mass tort lawsuit is and how it differs from a state enforcement action.
Check open class action settlements for unrelated claims you can file today.
Is There a Filing Deadline in the Arizona OpenAI Case?
No. There is no claim deadline because this is a state enforcement action, not a consumer settlement. These are the dates that matter so far:
Key Dates in the Arizona OpenAI Case:
- December 29, 2024: The Honey creators' case is filed in San Jose federal court.
- June 22, 2026: A judge denies PayPal's motion to dismiss the Honey creators' case.
- September 1, 2026: Borquez v. PayPal d/b/a Venmo filed over tracking tools.
- October 27, 2026: Class certification motion filed in the Honey creators' case.
2025: Families file private lawsuits such as Raine v. OpenAI in California, which the Arizona complaint later cites.
October 14, 2026: Arizona files its lawsuit against OpenAI in Maricopa County Superior Court.
October 14, 2026: Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and West Virginia file parallel suits.
Because this is a government enforcement case, there is no individual filing deadline tied to it. Families considering their own legal options should ask a lawyer about applicable state deadlines. Our guide on how to sue a company covers the basics.
Case: State of Arizona v. OpenAI Global, LLC, et al. (Maricopa County Superior Court, filed Oct. 14, 2026)
Plaintiff: State of Arizona, by Attorney General Kris Mayes
Status: Pending; one of eight separate state suits filed in a coordinated effort
You May Also Want to Know
No. As of October 30, 2026, no PayPal consumer settlement has a claim form or deadline. An older $3.2 million account hold settlement from 2017 is closed.
Be careful. Real notices come from a court approved administrator and name a case and a claim deadline. See our guide to class action settlement scams.
Creators allege it did. PayPal has not been found liable, and the case is still pending.
No one knows yet. Payments depend on a settlement or verdict. See class action settlement payouts.
Why is Arizona suing OpenAI?
Arizona's Attorney General alleges OpenAI violated the state's Consumer Fraud Act by deceptively marketing ChatGPT as safe for children while building it to encourage compulsive use and failing to disclose known risks to minors.
Which other states have sued OpenAI over ChatGPT?
Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and West Virginia filed similar lawsuits against OpenAI around the same time as Arizona, in a coordinated multistate action.
What is Arizona asking the court to do?
The state seeks civil penalties of up to $10,000 per willful violation of the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act, court orders requiring OpenAI to change ChatGPT's safety measures and testing practices, restitution to affected consumers and disgorgement of profits.
How has OpenAI responded to the lawsuit?
An OpenAI spokesperson said the company has "industry-leading age-specific protections," including parental controls, break reminders and age-appropriate model protections, and that it will keep working with experts and states.