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Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

In plain terms. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act restricts telemarketing calls, automatic telephone dialing systems, prerecorded voice messages, and unsolicited faxes. Enforced by the FCC and through a private right of action, it is…

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In plain terms. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act restricts telemarketing calls, automatic telephone dialing systems, prerecorded voice messages, and unsolicited faxes. Enforced by the FCC and through a private right of action, it is a significant source of liability and consent-management obligations for any contractor conducting outbound communications.

Citation. Pub. L. 102-243 (Dec. 20, 1991); 47 U.S.C. § 227.

47 C.F.R. § 64.1200