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Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated January 2024

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$50,000

Registration

Required

Illinois AI Voice Compliance

AI-generated voice agent compliance rules in Illinois

Mini-TCPA State — 815 ILCS 413/ (Restricted Call Registry Act)

Illinois 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 ConsentNot sufficient
Statute815 ILCS 305/; 720 ILCS 5/17-52; 740 ILCS 14/

AI voice calls in Illinois are EXTREMELY HIGH RISK. You need: (1) Prior express written consent for the automated call itself; (2) Separate BIPA consent if your AI system captures or analyzes voiceprints (written, informed consent disclosing purpose and retention); (3) Registration with the IL AG and $25,000 bond. BIPA's $1,000-$5,000 per violation with no aggregate cap, combined with criminal automated calling penalties and RCRA private right of action, makes Illinois the most dangerous state in the country for AI voice outreach without comprehensive consent.

Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM9:00 PM
RegistrationRequired
Penalty / Violation$50,000
Willful Violation$50,000
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 →