### Question
How is the term automated teller machine operator defined?


### Answer
The term **automated teller machine operator** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 1693b* as the following:

> any person who—


(I) operates an automated teller machine at which consumers initiate electronic fund transfers

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 1693b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER VI-ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFERS**

