California unwanted texts
Unwanted Text Messages in California: What Evidence to Save
Text-message screening depends on the complete conversation, sender, purpose, consent history, opt-out activity, timing, and other facts. Keep the original message thread. The responsible law firm makes every legal and representation decision.
Reviewed and improved September 4, 2026
Evidence checklist
Screenshots showing the sender or short code, full text, date, and time
The message where you asked the sender to stop or used an opt-out command
Every message received after the stop request
The original thread, including opt-out language and surrounding conversation
Any sender, brand, URL, number, or account information—even when the company name is unclear
A practical four-step process
01
Keep the complete thread
Do not crop away the sender, timestamps, stop request, or later messages.
02
Build the chronology
Record the first message, the stop request, and each later message in order.
03
Review official options
California and federal agencies publish complaint guidance for unwanted calls and texts.
04
Request screening
The participating firm can review evidence even when the company name is not yet known.