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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

$10,000

Registration

Required

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Tennessee Prerecorded Messages Compliance

Robocall and prerecorded message compliance rules in Tennessee

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Mini-TCPA State — Tenn. Code § 47-18-1501 et seq. (Tennessee Telephone Solicitation Act)

Tennessee 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
Checkbox ConsentValid
StatuteTenn. Code Ann. § 47-18-1503; 47 U.S.C. § 227

Tennessee specifically requires prior consent for prerecorded solicitation messages. Equipment must disconnect within 10 seconds of the called party hanging up. Criminal penalties (misdemeanor) and civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday CallingProhibited
RegistrationRequired
Penalty / Violation$10,000
Willful Violation$10,000
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 →