What consent is required for Prerecorded Messages in Michigan?

Michigan has a mini-TCPA (Mich. Comp. Laws § 445.111a et seq.; Mich. Comp. Laws § 484.125) that imposes stricter consent rules than federal TCPA. Prior express written consent is generally required.

What are the calling hour restrictions in Michigan?

Michigan restricts telemarketing calls to 09:00:00–21:00:00 local time.

What is the penalty per violation in Michigan?

Up to $250 per violation. Private right of action available.

Is registration required to telemarket in Michigan?

Yes — Michigan requires telemarketer registration before placing calls.

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Michigan Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference · Statute last amended 2018

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

9:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$250

Registration

Required

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Michigan Prerecorded Messages Compliance

Robocall and prerecorded message compliance rules in Michigan

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Mini-TCPA State — Mich. Comp. Laws § 445.111a et seq.; Mich. Comp. Laws § 484.125

Michigan has enacted a state-level TCPA that goes beyond federal requirements. Federal compliance alone is not enough for Prerecorded Messages operations here.

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelPrior Express

Federal one-to-one consent rule: vacated

The FCC rule requiring consent to name each seller was vacated by the Eleventh Circuit on January 24, 2025 and never took effect. Source

Checkbox ConsentNot sufficient

StatuteM.C.L. § 484.125; 47 U.S.C. § 227(b)(1)(B)

Prerecorded telemarketing calls require prior express consent under Michigan law and prior express written consent under federal TCPA for calls to cell phones. Michigan calling hour restrictions (9 AM–9 PM) and holiday prohibition apply to prerecorded calls. 3-call-per-year limit applies.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Stricter than federal 8AM–9PM

RegistrationRequired

Penalty / Violation$250

Willful ViolationNot yet verified

Private Right of ActionYES

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 →