1.Definitions.
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
A. "Telefacsimile" means any process in which electronic signals are transmitted by means of a telephone system for immediate
direct printing as images or written text, excluding telecommunication signals transmitted by devices for the deaf, hearing
impaired or speech impaired. [1989, c. 758, (NEW).]
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2.Prohibition.
No person may initiate:
A. The unsolicited transmission of a telefacsimile message:
(1) Seeking charitable contributions; or
(2) Promoting real property, goods or services for purchase or rent by the recipient of such a message. [1989, c. 758, (NEW).]
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3.Exception.
Subsection 2, paragraph A, does not apply if the person initiating the transmission and the recipient have a contractual
or business relationship and no request to cease any such transmission has been made by the recipient in writing or by telefacsimile
message to the person initiating the transmission.
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4.Penalty.
Violation of this chapter is an unfair trade practice as prohibited by Title 5, section 207. Each complete telefacsimile
transmission constitutes a separate violation.
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SECTION HISTORY
1989, c. 758, (NEW).
1989, c. 758, (NEW).
1989, c. 758, (NEW).
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