What consent is required for Prerecorded Messages in Delaware?

Delaware follows federal TCPA consent rules. ATDS or prerecorded calls to cell phones require prior express written consent.

What are the calling hour restrictions in Delaware?

Delaware restricts telemarketing calls to 08:00:00–21:00:00 local time.

What is the penalty per violation in Delaware?

Up to $10,000 per violation (or $20,000 for willful violations).

Is registration required to telemarket in Delaware?

Delaware does not require separate telemarketer registration; federal FTC rules still apply.

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Delaware Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated 2025

TCPA Standard

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$10,000

Registration

Not Required

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

Delaware Prerecorded Messages Compliance

Robocall and prerecorded message compliance rules in Delaware

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelWritten Consent Required

One-to-One Consent Required

Shared consent from lead generators is NOT valid. Consent must specifically name your company.

Checkbox ConsentValid

Statute11 Del. C. § 937

Prerecorded messages to Delaware consumers require prior express written consent. The criminal penalty structure makes prerecorded messaging higher risk than in states with only civil penalties.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

RegistrationNot Required

Penalty / Violation$10,000

Willful Violation$20,000

Private Right of ActionNo

Prerecorded Messages Compliance Checklist

01Prior express written consent required for most prerecorded calls

02Disclose name and phone number of calling company at start

03Provide automated opt-out mechanism during call

04Do not abandon calls — hang-up rate limits apply

05Cannot use prerecorded messages on cell phones without consent

06Apply same calling-hours restrictions as live calls

07Scrub DNC lists before every campaign

08Register as telemarketer if state requires

09Do not transmit inaccurate caller ID

10Document consent for every number you call

This checklist covers common requirements. State-specific rules may vary. Confirm with legal counsel for high-volume campaigns.

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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 →