2007-02-13 08:16:32 · 4 answers · asked by mikgal 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
If your number is on a national (or international) "Do Not Call" registry, then they can be charged with a crime. In some instances, the fine can be as high as $10000 US PER CALL ... whether you actually answer the call or not.
If you aren't registered as a "Do Not Call", you're out of luck. They can call anytime ... and usually do.
Note that some registries require that you renew your status (i.e. I STILL don't want them to call!) every so often ... and that it takes a while between when you 'sign up' (or renew) and when the registry takes effect, making further calls to the number a criminal act.
2007-02-13 08:51:38 · answer #1 · answered by CanTexan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not illegal so to speak, however, it is highly frowned upon by the governing bodies of telemarketing and usually incurs a penalty.
2007-02-13 16:26:05 · answer #2 · answered by mrssandii1982 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you call them back. There's a brainless computer behind it. If you are talking about your land line then get on the Telephone Preference Service.
2007-02-13 16:20:55 · answer #3 · answered by Del Piero 10 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It ought to be !
2007-02-13 16:20:05 · answer #4 · answered by T S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋