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Consumer ProtectionUnited States (Federal)

Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)

Summary

Restricts telemarketing calls and the use of automated telephone equipment like robocalls and autodialers.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to place your number on the National Do Not Call Registry.
  • 02.
    Right to sue for receiving unwanted robocalls without consent.
  • 03.
    Right to revoke consent for receiving automated calls at any time.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Statutory damages of $500 per violation
  • 02.
    Treble damages up to $1,500 for willful or knowing violations
  • 03.
    Injunctions to stop future calling activities

Verified Citations

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