Next Do Not Call list deadline is Feb. 20

February 20 is the next deadline to register for the state's Do Not Call list. Phone numbers placed on the list by midnight EST Tuesday will begin receiving benefits of the law starting April 1.

There are currently more than 1.8 million phone numbers registered on the Do Not Call list.

Reregistering is not necessary for those who retain the same phone number. The law currently benefits more than 3.5 million people.

The next registration deadline will be May 22 to begin receiving benefits on July 1.

The attorney general's office has entered into agreements with 204 companies for alleged violations of the law. To date, more than $1.2 million has been assessed in penalties, violations, and a court judgment.

Registration is free and available 24-hours a day, 7-days week at www.attorneygeneral. IN.gov or by calling 1- 888-834-9969.