What are the calling hours in Montana?

Telemarketing calls in Montana are permitted between 08:00:00 and 21:00:00 local time.

Does Montana have a mini-TCPA?

No. Montana does not have a standalone mini-TCPA statute. Federal TCPA rules apply, though state consumer protection laws may still impose additional requirements.

Is telemarketer registration required in Montana?

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

What is the penalty per violation in Montana?

The penalty for telemarketing violations in Montana is $500 per violation, and $10,000 per willful violation.

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Montana Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated 2025

TCPA Standard

Calling Hours

8:00 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 — Montana

Per Violation

$500

Willful

$10,000

AG Max/Violation

$10,000

10,000 Calls

$5,000,000

= exposure

Overview

Montana has minimal state-specific telemarketing regulation. The Montana Consumer Protection Act (MCA § 30-14-103) provides AG enforcement authority with up to $10,000 penalties per violation but no private right of action specific to telemarketing. No state DNC list or registration requirement. Relies on federal TCPA and TSR.

Consent Requirements by Channel

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

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Recent Enforcement Actions

Big Sky Insurance Marketing

$85,000

Jul 2024 · insurance

MT AG enforced consent requirements against insurance robocaller.

Montana Home Services LLC

$75,000

Jun 2023 · home services

Home services company penalized for prerecorded calls to MT DNC registrants.

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Key Rules

Mini-TCPANo

Calling Hours08:00:00–21:00:00

RegistrationNot required

State DNC ListFederal only

Private ActionNo

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 →