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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

$1,000

Registration

Not Required

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South Carolina AI Voice Compliance

AI-generated voice agent compliance rules in South Carolina

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Mini-TCPA State — S.C. Code § 16-17-446

South Carolina has enacted a state-level TCPA that goes beyond federal requirements. Federal compliance alone is not enough for AI Voice operations here.

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelWritten Consent Required

One-to-One Consent Required

Shared consent from lead generators is NOT valid. Consent must specifically name your company.

Checkbox ConsentNot sufficient
StatuteS.C. Code Ann. § 16-17-446; 47 U.S.C. § 227; FCC Declaratory Ruling Feb 2024

AI-generated voice calls are treated as prerecorded/artificial voice under the FCC's February 2024 declaratory ruling. Prior express written consent required. SC has no specific AI voice statute, so federal rules control entirely. The FCC ruling makes AI voice calls subject to the same TCPA requirements as traditional robocalls.

Full consent requirements for all channels →

Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
RegistrationNot Required
Penalty / Violation$1,000
Willful Violation$5,000
Private Right of ActionYES

AI Voice Compliance Checklist

01Disclose AI nature at start of call — many states require this
02Obtain prior express consent before using AI voice
03Honor opt-out during the call immediately
04Check if state's ATDS definition covers AI voice dialers
05Apply same calling-hours rules as live agents
06Scrub DNC lists before each campaign
07Maintain call records and consent documentation
08Register as telemarketer if state requires
09Ensure AI cannot misrepresent itself as human
10Check for state-specific AI disclosure mandates
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 →