Key Takeaways

  • State Do Not Call list: No.
  • Private right of action: Yes.
  • Penalties: Up to $10,000 per violation under the Consumer Fraud Act..
  • Enforcement: Delaware Department of Justice – Consumer Protection.
No State DNC list
Yes Private right of action
Up to $10,000 per violation under the Consumer Fraud Act. State penalties

Delaware Telemarketing Laws

  • State Do Not Call listNot available
  • State TCPA equivalentDelaware Telephone Solicitation Act (6 Del. C. § 2501)
  • PenaltiesUp to $10,000 per violation under the Consumer Fraud Act.
  • Private right of actionYes — you can sue
  • Statutory damages$500–$1,500 per call under federal TCPA.
  • Enforcement agencyDelaware Department of Justice – Consumer Protection

Enforcement

Delaware has participated in multistate enforcement actions targeting large-scale robocall operations.

How to Stop Robocalls in Delaware

  • Register on the National Do Not Call Registry.
  • Use spam call filtering provided by your phone carrier.
  • Never provide personal information to unsolicited callers.
  • Report robocalls to the Delaware AG and the FTC.

Federal Protections

In addition to Delaware law, you are protected by the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), which provides $500-$1,500 per illegal robocall, and the National Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov.

Related Resources

Delaware Department of Justice – Consumer Protection

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Delaware have its own Do Not Call list?

    No. Delaware relies on the National Do Not Call Registry.

  • What is the Delaware Telephone Solicitation Act?

    This law regulates telephone solicitations, requiring callers to identify themselves and prohibiting deceptive practices.

  • Can I sue for robocalls in Delaware?

    Yes. Under the federal TCPA, you can sue for $500–$1,500 per violation.

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