### Question
How does the law define card issuer?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 1602*, **card issuer** is defined as:

> any person who issues a credit card, or the agent of such person with respect to such card

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 1602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER I-CONSUMER CREDIT COST DISCLOSURE > Part A-General Provisions**

