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Debt Collection Limitations (FDCPA)

Private parking companies must follow debt collection laws (FDCPA for third-party collectors).

Legal basis

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (15 USC § 1692); State debt collection laws

Sample appeal wording

DEBT VALIDATION REQUEST Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692g, I dispute this alleged debt and request validation including: 1. Proof of the original agreement showing I consented to these terms 2. The name and address of the original creditor 3. A complete accounting of the amount claimed 4. Proof that you are licensed to collect debts in [STATE] Until this debt is validated, you must cease all collection activities. Any continued collection efforts will be considered a violation of the FDCPA.

Replace [PARKING DATE], [NtK DATE] etc. with your own dates before sending.

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Sources

  • 15 USC § 1692
  • State debt collection laws

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