Many assume that consumer law exists independently of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and is governed solely by statutes like the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and its implementing regulation, Regulation Z. However, this is a misconception. The UCC plays a critical role in consumer transactions, particularly in areas such as secured transactions, negotiable instruments, sales of goods, and warranties. While consumer protection laws provide remedies and disclosures, the UCC governs the enforceability, structure, and rights associated with consumer agreements.One of the most significant aspects of this relationship is UCC Article 9, which explicitly recognizes "consumers" as "debtors" in secured transactions, reinforcing the UCC’s authority over consumer transactions.