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Marketing and PrivacyUnited States (Federal)

Telephone Consumer Protection Act

Summary

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

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to place your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry.
  • 02.
    Right to refuse consent for automated 'robocalls' to your cell phone.
  • 03.
    Right to sue for damages if a telemarketer continues to call after you've asked them to stop.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Statutory damages of $500 per violation
  • 02.
    Treble damages up to $1,500 for willful or knowing violations

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