Spam Law FAQs

• Q: What Is Spam, And What Is The Anti-Spam Law?
  A: Spam is unsolicited, non­compensated commercial electronic mail sent in bulk that is usually fraudulent or deceptive in nature. On December 16, 2003, President … More
• Q: How Do Consumers And Families Benefit From This New Law?
  A: While large businesses have routinely sued "spamvertisers" in court, individuals have had little recourse for compensation, monetary or otherwise.  The … More
• Q: Isnt Spam Just A Modern Form Of Telemarketing, Or Receiving Junk Mail In The Mailbox?
  A: No.  Unlike telemarketing calls or third­class mail, which generally comes from legitimate businesses, spam is largely fraudulent and is not paid for by the … More
• Q: What About Spam Filtering, Or Just Using The "opt-Out" Link To Unsubscribe To Spam?
  A: ISP's that adopt "black lists" in order to block email from proven spam generators is an effective strategy for filtering spam.  The trouble with such … More
• Q: I Keep Getting Spammed! What Should I Do?
  A: There are a number of things you can do.  First, contact your ISP provider and alert them of the problem.  They will likely tell you to forward the junk … More