Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill says telemarketers need to be held responsible. The Federal Trade Commission is calling the effort with local law enforcement “Operation Call It Quits.” Agencies are pursuing over 90 new enforcement actions against companies behind at least one-billion robocalls.
The FTC has brought 145 cases against nearly 500 companies and nearly 400 individuals responsible for illegal calls. Officials say it’s a step in the right direction, but because many of these offenders are overseas, they’re expecting some difficulties.
To avoid being on more robocall lists, it’s best to not speak or press any buttons before hanging up on a pre-recording.