Stricter Penalties for Unwanted Calls and Caller ID Spoofing
This new law introduces tougher penalties, including imprisonment, for persistent and intentional unwanted telephone calls, such as spam or scams. It also increases fines for hiding or falsifying caller ID information. The aim is to better protect citizens from phone harassment and fraud.
Key points
Introduction of prison sentences (up to 1 year) for willful and knowing violations of unwanted calls.
Increased prison sentences (up to 3 years) for aggravated offenses, such as high call volumes, repeat offenses, fraud, or financial losses over $5,000.
Doubling of fines (to $20,000) for intentionally providing inaccurate caller identification information.
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