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Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated January 2023

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$500

Registration

Not Required

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Louisiana Cold Calling Compliance

Voice call compliance rules for outbound telemarketing in Louisiana

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Mini-TCPA State — La. R.S. § 45:844.11 et seq.

Louisiana has enacted a state-level TCPA that goes beyond federal requirements. Federal compliance alone is not enough for Cold Calling operations here.

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelPrior Express
ATDS DefinitionBroader than federal
Checkbox ConsentNot sufficient
StatuteLa. R.S. 45:844.11-844.15; La. R.S. 45:811

Manual voice calls to non-DNC numbers require prior express consent. Must register with LPSC and pay $400 annual fee. Calling hours 8 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday — NO Sunday calls. Must identify yourself, company, and purpose within 30 seconds. Louisiana's 6-month EBR window is notably shorter than the federal 18-month standard. Enhanced penalties ($3,000) for calling subscribers over 65. No calls during governor-declared states of emergency.

Full consent requirements for all channels →

Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
RegistrationNot Required
Penalty / Violation$500
Willful Violation$1,500
Private Right of ActionYES

Cold Calling Compliance Checklist

01Verify calling hours in recipient's local timezone
02Scrub against National DNC Registry (every 31 days minimum)
03Scrub against state DNC list if applicable
04Maintain internal opt-out/DNC list
05Identify yourself and your company at start of call
06Provide contact information on request
07Honor opt-out requests immediately
08Ensure consent if using ATDS or prerecorded messages
09Register as telemarketer if state requires
10Document all consent and opt-out records
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 →