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Consumer ProtectionUnited States

Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)

Summary

Restricts telemarketing calls, the use of automatic telephone dialing systems, and artificial or prerecorded voice messages.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to join the National Do Not Call Registry.
  • 02.
    Right to withhold consent for receiving automated telemarketing calls.
  • 03.
    Right to demand that solicitors identify themselves and their entity.

Penalties

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

Verified Citations

Telephone Consumer Protection Act

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