What consent is required for Cold Calling in South Carolina?

South Carolina has a mini-TCPA (S.C. Code § 16-17-446) that imposes stricter consent rules than federal TCPA. Prior express written consent is generally required.

What are the calling hour restrictions in South Carolina?

South Carolina restricts telemarketing calls to 08:00:00–21:00:00 local time.

What is the penalty per violation in South Carolina?

Up to $1,000 per violation (or $5,000 for willful violations). Private right of action available.

Is registration required to telemarket in South Carolina?

South Carolina does not require separate telemarketer registration; federal FTC rules still apply.

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South Carolina Telecom Compliance Guide

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

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

South Carolina Cold Calling Compliance

Voice call compliance rules for outbound telemarketing 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 Cold Calling operations here.

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelPrior Express

Checkbox ConsentValid

StatuteS.C. Code Ann. § 16-17-446; 47 U.S.C. § 227

Live cold calling is permitted in SC with minimal state-level restrictions. Must comply with federal TCPA, scrub DNC lists, and call between 8 AM and 9 PM. SC does not require prior written consent for manual dialing — prior express consent (verbal or written) is sufficient. State penalties are criminal misdemeanors, not civil damages.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

RegistrationNot Required

Penalty / Violation$1,000

Willful Violation$5,000

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 →