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Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated July 2021

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$500

Registration

Required

Florida AI Voice Compliance

AI-generated voice agent compliance rules in Florida

Mini-TCPA State — Fla. Stat. § 501.059

Florida has enacted a state-level TCPA that goes beyond federal requirements. Federal compliance alone is not enough for AI Voice operations here.

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.

ATDS DefinitionBroader than federal
Checkbox ConsentValid
StatuteFla. Stat. § 501.059

Highest risk channel in Florida. AI voice platforms automatically dial and deliver calls without per-call human initiation — that is the exact definition of an ATDS under FTSA. Written consent must be obtained BEFORE the AI places any call. No notice-and-cure provision means every unauthorized AI call is immediately actionable. FL AG and FDACS have prioritized AI voice enforcement. Additionally, FTC impersonation rules and FL deceptive trade practice statutes layer on top of FTSA for AI voice that fails to identify itself as AI at call start.

Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM9:00 PM
RegistrationRequired
Penalty / Violation$500
Willful Violation$1,500
Private Right of ActionYES

AI Voice Compliance Checklist

01Disclose AI nature at start of call — many states require this
02Obtain prior express consent before using AI voice
03Honor opt-out during the call immediately
04Check if state's ATDS definition covers AI voice dialers
05Apply same calling-hours rules as live agents
06Scrub DNC lists before each campaign
07Maintain call records and consent documentation
08Register as telemarketer if state requires
09Ensure AI cannot misrepresent itself as human
10Check for state-specific AI disclosure mandates
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 →