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NY A00052
Bill
Status
1/5/2011
Primary Sponsor
Peter Abbate
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AI Summary
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Prohibits business entities in New York from transmitting false caller identification information through telecommunications or VoIP services with intent to defraud or harass any person within the state.
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Defines "business entity" as corporations, associations, partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, and other legal entities.
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Authorizes the Attorney General to seek injunctions and civil penalties of up to $2,000 per call (maximum $100,000 aggregate within 72 hours) for violations.
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Allows individual victims to sue for injunctive relief or recover actual damages or up to $500 per call (maximum $25,000 aggregate within 72 hours) and recover reasonable attorney's fees.
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Provides that a business entity may not provide false caller identification with the intent to defraud or harass any party; provides definition of business entity.
Last Action
referred to consumer affairs and protection
1/5/2011