What are the calling hours in Arkansas?

Telemarketing calls in Arkansas are permitted between 08:00:00 and 21:00:00 local time.

Does Arkansas have a mini-TCPA?

Yes. Arkansas has enacted its own telemarketing law (Ark. Code Ann. § 4-99-101 et seq.) that goes beyond federal TCPA requirements. Federal compliance alone is not sufficient.

Is telemarketer registration required in Arkansas?

Yes. Telemarketers must register in Arkansas.

What is the penalty per violation in Arkansas?

The penalty for telemarketing violations in Arkansas is $10,000 per violation, and $10,000 per willful violation. Private individuals can also sue directly.

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Arkansas Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated January 2001

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$10,000

Registration

Required

Overview Calling Hours Consent Registration DNC Compliance DNC Registry Enforcement Case Law Legislation

⚠ Penalty Exposure — Arkansas

Per Violation

$10,000

Willful

$10,000

AG Max/Violation

$10,000

10,000 Calls

$100,000,000

= exposure

⚠ Private Right of Action

Overview

Arkansas has a Telephone Solicitation Act (Ark. Code Ann. § 4-99-101) that requires registration with the AG, a $50,000 surety bond, and compliance with the state No-Call list. The state provides a private right of action for consumers with actual damages. The AG can pursue civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation. The state DNC registration is permanent. Arkansas is not among the most aggressively enforced states, but the private right of action creates real risk for automated outreach without consent.

Consent Requirements by Channel

Channel	Consent Required	One-to-One
Voice Call	Prior Express	—
SMS	Written Consent Required	Required
MMS	Written Consent Required	Required
Prerecorded	Written Consent Required	Required
AI Voice	Written Consent Required	Required
Ringless VM	Written Consent Required	Required
Fax	Prior Express	—

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Recent Enforcement Actions

Natural State Home Warranty LLC

$145,000

Jan 2024 · home services

AR AG enforced telemarketer registration requirements.

Little Rock Solar Solutions

$165,000

Sep 2023 · solar

Solar company fined for calling AR DNC registrants without consent.

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Key Rules

Mini-TCPAYes

StatuteArk. Code Ann. § 4-99-101 et seq.

Calling Hours08:00:00–21:00:00

Registration$req.

State DNC ListExists

Private ActionYES

Class ActionsNot specified

By Channel

Cold Calling→SMS→AI Voice→Prerecorded→Ringless VM→

By Industry

REI Wholesaling→Solar Sales→Insurance→Debt Collection→Home Services→

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This is a compliance reference tool, not legal advice. Data compiled from public statutes, LegiScan, CourtListener, state AG offices, and AI-assisted analysis. Verify all information with qualified counsel before relying on it. Full terms & data sources →