An MLO's automated dialing system accidentally calls a number on the National Do Not Call Registry at 7:45 AM on a Tuesday. The consumer complains. What is the potential penalty per violation under the TCPA?
Correct Answer
B) Up to $1,500
Under the TCPA, violations can result in penalties of up to $1,500 per call. The penalty can apply even for accidental calls to Do Not Call Registry numbers, especially when using automated dialing systems without proper safeguards.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Under the TCPA, violations can result in penalties of up to $1,500 per call. The penalty can apply even for accidental calls to Do Not Call Registry numbers, especially when using automated dialing systems without proper safeguards.
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