Louisiana § RS 45:816 - Exceptions to use
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:816 — Exceptions to use, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 45:816. Exceptions to use
Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prohibit or restrict by registration or other means calls made:
(1) At the request of the subscriber.
(2) For the collection of a lawful debt.
(3) For the payment for, service of, or warranty coverage for previously ordered or purchased goods or services or additional goods or services for existing customers or to remind the customer of a previously made appointment.
(4) When a live operator introduces the message, provided the call is immediately terminated if the called party says he is not interested.
(5) By or on behalf of a charitable or nonprofit organization to a subscriber who has donated, or who has expressed an interest in donating, realty, goods, services, or money.
(6) To any person with whom the caller had a pre-existing business relationship.
(7) This Chapter shall not apply to contractual sales regulated by any other provision of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950 or to the sale of financial services, security sales, or sales transacted by companies, or their wholly owned subsidiaries or agents, which are regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission.
(8) Pursuant to a political campaign.
(9) To notify or inform the public of an emergency pursuant to Chapter 8-E of this Title.
Acts 1991, No. 917, §1; Acts 1997, No. 199, §1, eff. June 13, 1997.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 45:816
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 45:816 cover?
Section RS 45:816 ("Exceptions to use") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 45:816?
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