Does New Mexico require registration for Home Services telemarketers?

New Mexico does not require separate telemarketer registration; federal FTC rules still apply.

What is the penalty per violation in New Mexico?

Up to $100 per violation (or $300 for willful violations). Private right of action available.

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New Mexico Telecom Compliance Guide

Q: What are the top compliance violations for Home Services operators in New Mexico?

Calling DNC-registered homeowners Door-to-door follow-up calls without consent Post-disaster solicitation restrictions (some states)

Telecom Compliance Reference · Statute last amended 2021

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$100

Registration

Not Required

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

Home Services Telemarketing Compliance in New Mexico

HVAC, roofing, plumbing, and home services telemarketing compliance in New Mexico

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Mini-TCPA State — NMSA 1978, § 57-12-22

New Mexico imposes stricter consent and calling requirements than federal TCPA.Home Services companies operating here face $100 per-violation penalties.

Penalty/Violation

$100

Willful

$300

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Private Suit

Allowed

Compliance Checklist

✓Scrub National DNC Registry before all cold calling campaigns

✓Check for state-level DNC list requirements

✓Register as telemarketer if state requires

✓Call only during permitted hours in recipient's timezone

✓Obtain written consent before sending marketing SMS

✓Honor all do-not-call requests immediately

✓Use accurate caller ID — display business name or number

✓Disclose company name within first 30 seconds of call

✓Do not use prerecorded messages without prior written consent

✓Maintain records of consent and opt-out requests

What Gets Companies Sued

✗Calling DNC-registered homeowners

✗Door-to-door follow-up calls without consent

✗Post-disaster solicitation restrictions (some states)

✗Calling outside permitted hours

✗No identification at start of call

Key State Rules

Mini-TCPAYes

RegistrationNot Required

Class ActionsAllowed

Consent Requirements→Registration Details→DNC List→

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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 →