Stronger Penalties and Prison Time for Illegal Robocalls and Caller ID Spoofing.
This bill significantly increases the penalties for illegal automated telephone calls (robocalls) and caller ID spoofing. It introduces criminal penalties, including up to one year in prison for willful violations, and up to three years for aggravated offenses involving high call volumes or financial losses over $5,000. Furthermore, maximum fines for using inaccurate caller ID information are doubled to deter deceptive practices and protect consumers.
Key points
Introduction of criminal penalties (up to 1 year in prison) for willfully and knowingly making illegal telephone calls.
Increased prison sentences (up to 3 years) for aggravated offenses, such as initiating millions of calls or causing financial losses exceeding $5,000.
Doubling the maximum fines (from $10,000 to $20,000) for providing inaccurate caller identification information (spoofing).
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