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Forfeiture penalty

A fine or financial penalty ordered by a government agency (like the FCC) for violating a rule or law.

Section 227 of the Communications Act of 1934

The part of federal law that sets rules for using telephone equipment, including restrictions on automatic telephone dialing systems, artificial or prerecorded voice messages, and unsolicited advertisements (often related to robocalls and spam faxes).

Attorney General

The head of the U.S. Department of Justice and the chief law enforcement officer of the federal government, responsible for enforcing federal laws.

Communications Act of 1934

The foundational federal law that established the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and governs interstate and international communications by wire, radio, and television.

Automated telephone equipment

Devices or systems that automatically dial phone numbers or play pre-recorded messages, commonly used in robocalls and telemarketing.

Litigation

The process of taking legal action, typically through a lawsuit in court.