Understanding the TCPA
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) protects you from unwanted robocalls and texts. If you’re receiving repeated calls or messages from telemarketers or debt collectors without your consent, you may have legal rights.
Signs of a TCPA Violation
- Calls or texts from automated systems without your permission
- Calls to your cell phone from telemarketers without an existing relationship
- Messages after you’ve asked them to stop
- Calls to numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry
Practical Checklist: Taking Control
- Register your number on the National Do Not Call Registry.
- Keep records of unwanted calls or texts (date, time, phone number, content).
- Save voicemails and screenshots as evidence.
- Tell the caller (in writing if possible) to stop contacting you.
- Report violations to the FTC or FCC if they continue.
What to Document
- Call/text logs
- Copies of messages or voicemails
- Your requests to stop
- Any responses from the caller
Next Steps
If robocalls or texts persist after you’ve asked them to stop, a consumer law attorney can help you understand your rights and pursue relief.
Annoyed by nonstop robocalls? Contact Ginsburg Law Group for help stopping unwanted communications.
