Provides that a business entity may not provide false caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass any party; provides definition of business entity.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will significantly impact state laws concerning telecommunications by imposing strict penalties for violations. It allows the Attorney General to initiate legal action against businesses that engage in deceptive practices involving caller ID. Affected individuals who receive calls with false caller identification can also seek redress, which could involve recovering damages or obtaining injunctions against the offending parties. This dual approach empowers both the state and private individuals to combat fraudulent telecommunications practices more effectively.
Summary
Bill S07519, introduced by Senator Cleare, aims to amend New York's general business law by prohibiting business entities from transmitting false caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass individuals. This legislation addresses concerns related to deceptive practices often observed in telecommunications, particularly where caller ID manipulation is employed to commit fraud or cause distress among recipients of such calls. The law seeks to establish clear definitions for 'business entity' and 'caller identification information', thereby clarifying the scope of the law and the types of communications it governs.
Contention
Notably, there may be points of contention regarding the implementation and enforcement of these regulations. Opponents of similar measures in the past have argued that such laws might inadvertently hinder legitimate business communications and increase compliance burdens on companies. While supporters advocate for the protection of consumers from fraud and harassment, critics may raise concerns about the potential for overreach and the need for businesses to have clear guidelines on compliance. The bill includes provisions for civil penalties, but the extent and implications of these penalties may also be a subject of debate during legislative discussions.
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Provides that a business entity may not provide false caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass any party; provides definition of business entity.
Provides that a business entity may not provide false caller identification information with the intent to defraud or harass any party; provides definition of business entity.
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Makes a series of amendments and adds new provisions of law to address business identity theft and deceptive solicitations sent to businesses and the unauthorized formation of entities.
Makes a series of amendments and adds new provisions of law to address business identity theft and deceptive solicitations sent to businesses and the unauthorized formation of entities.
Restricts the disclosure of personal information by businesses; provides that a business that retains a customer's personal information shall make available to the customer free of charge access to, or copies of, all of the customer's personal information retained by the business.
Requires that businesses that provide consumers with online accounts to access services accounts for mobile telephones using proper identification if the business has a physical presence in this state.
Requires that businesses that provide consumers with online accounts to access services accounts for mobile telephones using proper identification if the business has a physical presence in this state.
Requires regulating bodies provide businesses with notice of new rules and regulations within sixty days of such rule or regulation being filed with the secretary of state; provides businesses are given one hundred eighty days to comply with any such rules or regulations.