What are the calling hours in Kentucky?

Telemarketing calls in Kentucky are permitted between 10:00:00 and 21:00:00 local time.

Does Kentucky have a mini-TCPA?

Yes. Kentucky has enacted its own telemarketing law (KRS § 367.46951 et seq.) that goes beyond federal TCPA requirements. Federal compliance alone is not sufficient.

Is telemarketer registration required in Kentucky?

No. Kentucky does not require a separate telemarketer registration at this time.

What is the penalty per violation in Kentucky?

The penalty for telemarketing violations in Kentucky is $500 per violation, and $10,000 per willful violation. Private individuals can also sue directly.

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Kentucky Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated January 2023

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

10:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$500

Registration

Not Required

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

⚠ Penalty Exposure — Kentucky

Per Violation

$500

Willful

$10,000

AG Max/Violation

$10,000

10,000 Calls

$5,000,000

= exposure

⚠ Private Right of Action

Overview

Kentucky restricts telemarketing under KRS § 367.46951 with stricter calling hours (10am-9pm vs federal 8am-9pm). The state maintains its own DNC list. Violations carry $500 per call penalties with private right of action. AG enforcement under Consumer Protection Act available with up to $10,000 penalties.

Consent Requirements by Channel

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

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Recent Enforcement Actions

Bluegrass Home Services Inc.

$165,000

May 2024 · home services

KY AG settled with home services robocaller for DNC violations.

Louisville Insurance Marketing Corp.

$1,250,000

Dec 2023 · insurance

Class action settlement for prerecorded insurance marketing calls.

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Key Rules

Mini-TCPAYes

StatuteKRS § 367.46951 et seq.

Calling Hours10:00:00–21:00:00

RegistrationNot required

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 →