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Robocall and Telemarketing Laws in Georgia

Your rights against unwanted robocalls and telemarketing in Georgia. Includes state-specific protections beyond the federal TCPA and Do Not Call Registry.

Data last updated: Jan 15, 2025

Key Takeaways

  • State Do Not Call list: Yes.
  • Private right of action: Yes.
  • Penalties: Up to $2,000 per violation for first offense; up to $10,000 for knowing violations..
  • Enforcement: Georgia Governor's Office of Consumer Protection.
Yes State DNC list
Yes Private right of action
Up to $2,000 per violation for first offense; up to $10,000 for knowing violations. State penalties

Georgia Telemarketing Laws

  • State Do Not Call listAvailable
  • RegisterState DNC registration
  • State TCPA equivalentGeorgia Telemarketing Act (O.C.G.A. § 46-5-27)
  • PenaltiesUp to $2,000 per violation for first offense; up to $10,000 for knowing violations.
  • Private right of actionYes — you can sue
  • Statutory damages$500–$1,500 under TCPA. Georgia law allows actual damages and attorney fees.
  • Enforcement agencyGeorgia Governor's Office of Consumer Protection

Enforcement

Georgia has enforced its Do Not Call list and telemarketing laws through the Governor's Office of Consumer Protection.

How to Stop Robocalls in Georgia

  • Register on both the National and Georgia Do Not Call lists.
  • Use carrier-provided call-blocking and spam-filtering services.
  • Do not respond to texts from unknown numbers claiming to be package delivery notifications.
  • Report unwanted calls to Georgia Consumer Protection and the FTC.

Federal Protections

In addition to Georgia 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

Georgia Governor's Office of Consumer Protection

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Georgia have its own Do Not Call list?

    Yes. Georgia maintains a state Do Not Call list through the Governor's Office of Consumer Protection.

  • What is the Georgia Telemarketing Act?

    This law regulates telephone solicitations, requires caller identification, and prohibits calls to numbers on the state and national Do Not Call lists.

  • What are the penalties for violating Georgia's telemarketing laws?

    First violations can result in fines up to $2,000. Knowing or willful violations carry penalties up to $10,000.

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