Robocall and Telemarketing Laws in Mississippi

Mississippi Telemarketing Laws

• State Do Not Call listAvailable
• RegisterState DNC registration
• State TCPA equivalentMississippi Telephone Solicitation Act (Miss. Code § 77-3-701)
• PenaltiesUp to $10,000 per violation.
• Private right of actionYes — you can sue
• Statutory damages$500–$1,500 under TCPA.
• Enforcement agencyMississippi Attorney General's Office

Enforcement

Mississippi AG has pursued enforcement against telemarketers targeting elderly residents.

How to Stop Robocalls in Mississippi

• Register on both the National and Mississippi Do Not Call lists.
• Be especially cautious of calls targeting seniors.
• Use call-blocking technology.
• Report violations to the Mississippi AG and the FTC.

Federal Protections

In addition to Mississippi 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

• Consumer complaints in Mississippi
• Free legal aid in Mississippi
• Small claims court in Mississippi — for TCPA claims under the limit

Mississippi Attorney General's Office

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does Mississippi have its own Do Not Call list?

  Yes. Mississippi maintains a state Do Not Call list.

• What is the Mississippi Telephone Solicitation Act?

  This law regulates telephone solicitations and prohibits calling numbers registered on the state Do Not Call list.

• Are elderly residents particularly targeted?

  Yes. Mississippi has focused enforcement efforts on protecting senior citizens from telemarketing fraud.

Sources

• Mississippi AG – Do Not Call