What Is the TCPA?

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) restricts telemarketers and debt collectors from making unwanted calls or sending texts without your permission. Violations can lead to financial penalties for the caller.

Common TCPA Violations

• Calls or texts to your cell without consent
• Robocalls using prerecorded messages
• Calls to numbers on the National Do Not Call Registry
• Failing to honor opt-out requests

Checklist: Take Action

• Register your number on the Do Not Call Registry (donotcall.gov)
• Save evidence (screenshots, voicemails, call logs)
• Opt out by replying STOP or following prompts
• Keep records of unwanted contacts

What to Document

• Dates and times of calls/texts
• Caller ID and phone numbers
• Content of messages
• Any opt-out attempts

Next Steps

You don’t have to put up with nuisance calls or texts. Legal remedies may be available if your rights are violated.

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