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11 Oct
TCPA

Pennsylvania’s Tougher Telemarketing Law Takes Effect October 18: Texts, Voicemails and Ringless Voicemails Are Now Covered

Starting October 18, 2026, Pennsylvania’s Telemarketer Registration Act covers marketing texts, voicemails and ringless voicemails, bans Sunday and late-night solicitations, and requires written consent for robocalls. Here’s what changes, why it matters while federal courts narrow Do-Not-Call protection for texts, and what to do if the texts keep coming.

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23 Jan
TCPA

An Overview of Telephone Consumer Protection Act Violations

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 serves as a vital federal shield against intrusive business communications, specifically targeting unwanted robocalls, text messages, and faxes. This law mandates that companies obtain prior express written consent before contacting consumers with marketing messages using automated dialing systems or prerecorded voices. Cell phones receive particularly robust protections because users often pay for incoming communication. Identifying a violation involves recognizing unauthorized automated contact or the failure of a business to honor a revocation of consent. When companies breach these regulations, they face significant statutory damages ranging from $500 to $1,500 per individual violation, which can escalate into millions for mass marketing campaigns. To combat harassment, individuals should meticulously document every unauthorized contact, issue formal cease and desist demands, and consider legal action through consumer protection attorneys. By enforcing these rights, consumers not only seek personal compensation but also hold businesses accountable, fostering a marketplace that respects privacy. Ultimately, the TCPA empowers citizens to reclaim control over their personal devices from the constant barrage of aggressive telemarketing and illegal spam campaigns that have plagued American households for decades.

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