What consent is required for Cold Calling in West Virginia?

West Virginia follows federal TCPA consent rules. ATDS or prerecorded calls to cell phones require prior express written consent.

What are the calling hour restrictions in West Virginia?

West Virginia restricts telemarketing calls to 08:00:00–21:00:00 local time.

What is the penalty per violation in West Virginia?

Up to $500 per violation (or $3,000 for willful violations).

Is registration required to telemarket in West Virginia?

West Virginia does not require separate telemarketer registration; federal FTC rules still apply.

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West Virginia 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

West Virginia Cold Calling Compliance

Voice call compliance rules for outbound telemarketing in West Virginia

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelPrior Express

Checkbox ConsentValid

StatuteW. Va. Code § 46A-6F-101 et seq.; 47 U.S.C. § 227

Manual cold calling is permitted in WV with telemarketer registration, federal DNC scrubbing, and calling hour compliance. No state DNC list — federal list only. Telemarketing fraud is a felony in WV. Consumer Credit and Protection Act provides private right of action for deceptive practices.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

RegistrationNot Required

Penalty / Violation$500

Willful Violation$3,000

Private Right of ActionNo

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 →