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No call registery for cell phones???

15 years ago

Is there such a thing?

I just got an automated msg on my cell, grrrrr

Used MY minutes. I buy by the minute.

Would love to report them, IF there is such a place.

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country_bumpkin_al
15 years ago
I've had ONE telemarketer call my cell phone! When I got finished rippin' him a new 'un, he was probably wishing he had a job smellin' sh!t!!

Some Auto Warranty place managed to get my friends cell number and even though she has asked and asked them to remove her number..they continue to call!

If there's a Do Not Call Registry for cell phones, I don't know about it.
glenda_al
Original Author
15 years ago
I just registered my cell phone with DO NOT CALL REGISTRY---------------------------------------

FCC regulations prohibit telemarketers from using automated dialers to call cell phone numbers. Automated dialers are standard in the industry, so most telemarketers are barred from calling consumers on their cell phones without their consent.

The federal government does not maintain a national cell phone registry. Personal cell phone users have always been able to add their numbers to the National Do Not Call Registry Â the same Registry consumers use to register their land lines Â either online at www.donotcall.gov or by calling toll-free 1-888-382-1222 from the telephone number they wish to register. Registrations become effective within 31 days of signing up and are active for five years. There is no cut-off date or deadline for registrations.
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mariend
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I don't think there is a no call list, but I just refuse to give my cell number out except at the hospital or medical center. Stores and sales people don't need it and I don't put it on forms I fill out. I just tell them NO>
glenda_al
Original Author
15 years ago
Personal cell phone users have always been able to add their numbers to the National Do Not Call Registry Â the same Registry consumers use to register their land lines Â either online at www.donotcall.gov or by calling toll-free 1-888-382-1222
grittymitts
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Auto maint. telemarketers were calling mine over 'n over- I too called 1-888-382-1222 & not another call from 'em. Whoopee!
momrox4
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I registered my cell phone with the no-call number a long time ago and haven't gotten any calls. BUT I've lately gotten two text messages that were solicitations. Doesn't this also fall under the no call rule?
glenda_al
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15 years ago
Was told it will be 31 days,and if I get more to calls to call their number and report abusive calls.
sheilajoyce_gw
15 years ago
Our two house lines are registered with the Do Not Call Registry, but ever since the economy started slipping, we have been getting an increasing number of solicitors--windows, insurance, etc. These business are willing to risk your ill will in the hopes you will do business with them.

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