District of Columbia Second Notice to Debt Collector of False or Misleading Misrepresentations in Collection Activities - Failure to Disclose to Debtor in Subsequent Communication that Letter Requesting Information Regarding Alleged Debt was from a Debt Collector

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Section 807 of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. Sec. 1692e, provides, in part, as follows:


A debt collector may not use any false, deceptive, or misleading representation or means in connection with the collection of any debt. Without limiting the general application of the foregoing, the following conduct is a violation of this section:


"11) The failure to disclose in the initial written communication with the consumer and, in addition, if the initial communication with the consumer is oral, in that initial oral communication, that the debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and that any information obtained will be used for that purpose, and the failure to disclose in subsequent communications that the communication is from a debt collector . . . ."

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7 Most Common FDCPA ViolationsContinued attempts to collect debt not owed.Illegal or unethical communication tactics.Disclosure verification of debt.Taking or threatening illegal action.False statements or false representation.Improper contact or sharing of info.Excessive phone calls.

Your dispute should be made in writing to ensure that the debt collector has to send you verification of the debt. If you're having trouble with debt collection, you can submit a complaint with the CFPB online or by calling (855) 411-CFPB (2372).

9 Ways to Outsmart Debt CollectorsDon't Get Emotional.Make Sure the Debt Is Really Yours.Ask for Proof.Resist the Scare Tactics.Be Wary of Fees.Negotiate.Call In Backup.Know the Time Limits.More items...?

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) (15 U.S.C. § 1681 and following), you may sue a credit reporting agency for negligent or willful noncompliance with the law within two years after you discover the harmful behavior or within five years after the harmful behavior occurs, whichever is sooner.

Here are a few suggestions that might work in your favor:Write a letter disputing the debt. You have 30 days after receiving a collection notice to dispute a debt in writing.Dispute the debt on your credit report.Lodge a complaint.Respond to a lawsuit.Hire an attorney.

Debt collectors are generally prohibited under federal law from using any false, deceptive, or misleading misrepresentation in collecting a debt. The federal law that prohibits this is called the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).

Yes, you may be able to sue a debt collector or a debt collection agency if it engages in abusive, deceptive, or unfair behavior. A debt collector is generally someone who buys a debt from a creditor who, for whatever reason, has been unable to collect from a consumer.

Write a dispute letter and send it to each credit bureau. Include information about each of the disputed itemsaccount numbers, listed amounts and creditor names. Write a similar letter to each collection agency, asking them to remove the error from your credit reports.

Debt collectors cannot harass or abuse you. They cannot swear, threaten to illegally harm you or your property, threaten you with illegal actions, or falsely threaten you with actions they do not intend to take. They also cannot make repeated calls over a short period to annoy or harass you.

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