FCC Fines Telecom Industry For $12m

The FCC is reportedly proposing $12 million in fines for telecommunication carriers after hundreds failed to file or files incorrect documents to certify that they are instituting protection of customer data. The FCC has sent notices to over 600 carriers who didn’t file the relevant documents, suggesting a $20,000 fine for them and $10,000 for carriers who filed noncompliant documentation. Carriers are able to dispute the fines and also appeal for reduced fines if they are unable to pay the full penalty.