Texting & Voicemail Rules for Sales Reps in Minnesota
To text or send ringless voicemail to sales leads in Minnesota, you need prior express written consent (PEWC) under the federal TCPA (47 CFR 64.1200(f)(9)) — a purchased list is not consent. Send only during 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM at the recipient's local time, honor STOP opt-outs immediately, and include your business name. Minnesota's key statute is Minn. Stat. 325E.26 et seq., and it carries a private right of action (recipients can sue directly).
By Ryan Madden, Founder, FollowUp AI · Updated June 16, 2026 · This is a general summary of common rules, not legal advice. Confirm specifics with counsel.
Minnesota SMS & voicemail compliance at a glance
| Consent for automated marketing | Prior express written consent (PEWC) — 47 CFR 64.1200(f)(9) |
|---|---|
| Quiet hours | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM — Stricter — 1 hour later start than federal 8 AM |
| State EBR exemption | No state EBR exemption |
| State DNC registry | Yes — scrub against the state list |
| Private right of action | Yes — recipients can sue directly |
| Penalties | $1,000/violation + attorney fees |
| Call-recording consent | One-party consent |
| Risk tier | High |
| Key statute | Minn. Stat. 325E.26 et seq. |
Notable Minnesota rules
- Blocking caller ID on telemarketing calls is a separate violation (Minn. Stat. 325E.312)
- Highest AG penalty ($25,000/violation)
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need consent to text sales leads in Minnesota?
Yes. Automated marketing texts (and ringless voicemail) require prior express written consent (PEWC) under the federal TCPA, 47 CFR 64.1200(f)(9), in every state including Minnesota. A purchased lead list is not consent.
What are the texting quiet hours in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, send marketing messages only 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM at the recipient's local time. Stricter — 1 hour later start than federal 8 AM
Is there a storm or insurance-claim solicitation ban in Minnesota?
Minnesota has no special storm-solicitation ban beyond the standard federal rules. Roofing/restoration insurance-claim restrictions exist only in FL, TX, and LA.
Can I be sued for texting violations in Minnesota?
Yes — Minnesota provides a private right of action, so recipients can sue you directly in addition to the federal TCPA ($500–$1,500 per violation).
Does an existing customer relationship (EBR) let me skip consent in Minnesota?
An EBR (18 months from a purchase, 3 months from an inquiry) only exempts you from the Do-Not-Call registry — it does not replace PEWC for automated marketing. You still need written consent to send automated texts or voicemail.
About the author. Ryan Madden is the founder of FollowUp AI, an SMS and ringless-voicemail follow-up platform for field sales teams, where he works on TCPA-aware outreach compliance. This is general information, not legal advice.