What to do if someone keeps calling you from different numbers?

You can sign up for the Do Not Call Registry two ways:

1. The FTC’s toll-free phone number is 888-382-1222 (TTY: 866-290-4236)
2. Online registration is available at the FTC’s web site, www.donotcall.gov.

How do you stop someone from harassing you on the phone?

What to Do If Someone Is Harassing You Via Your Cell

1. Know the Different Types of Phone Harassment.
2. Blocked or No Caller ID Calls.
3. Intimidating or Threatening Phone Calls.
4. Spam Calls.
5. Try Effective Prevention Methods.
6. Report the Call to the Police.
7. File a Complaint to Your Telephone Company.
8. Apply for a Restraining Order.

What is considered phone harassment?

In short, telephone harassment occurs when a person makes unsolicited communications via phone that are meant to be threatening, obscene, or is unwanted.

How do you prove phone harassment?

In order for the prosecution to obtain a conviction, they must prove three elements beyond a reasonable doubt:

1. That you made a phone call or sent an electronic communication to the victim.
2. That the message or phone call was obscene in nature, contained threats or was made repeatedly.

Are constant phone calls harassment?

Calls are not considered harassment if they are just annoying. Many companies, organizations, and institutions make regular phone calls to their customers and the general public. Those calls come as public service announcements, surveys, political campaign messages, or reminders, and they are permitted and legal.

What should I do if I’m getting harassing phone calls?

Phone companies have different policies on the course of action to take when a customer reports receiving harassing phone calls. You should contact the business office of your phone company to find out its policy. You could also contact a lawyer to help determine whether the caller’s words or actions are obscene or otherwise unlawful.

What are the laws against phone harassment?

Similarly, telecommunications laws within the U.S. Code prohibit obscene or harassing phone calls, which may include lewd language, direct threats or intimidating behavior. Phone harassment also includes callers who refuse to identify themselves. Unfortunately, these laws will not prevent bad actors from calling and harassing you by phone.

What are obscene or harassing phone calls?

Obscene or harassing phone calls are an unwelcome intrusion on your privacy. They can ruin dinner with your family or a quiet afternoon. They can be a frightening experience.

What should I do if I get a threatening phone call?

For serious threats, if life or property are threatened, or if calls are obscene, you should call the police and file a report. Provide as much information to law enforcement as you can. Indicate the gender of the caller and describe the caller’s voice. Note the time and date of the call(s).

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