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Subject: Vermont Sample Letter to Debt Collector Regarding the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA) Dear [Debt Collector's Name], I am writing to you regarding a debt that I believe you are attempting to collect from me. I am aware of my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA), a federal law enacted to protect consumers from unfair practices by debt collectors. I would like to bring your attention to the specific provisions of the FD CPA that I believe you may be violating. According to the FD CPA, a debt collector is required to provide certain information within five days of their initial communication. This includes the amount of the debt, the name of the creditor to whom the debt is owed, and a notice of my right to dispute the debt within 30 days. In addition, the FD CPA prohibits debt collectors from engaging in unfair or deceptive practices. These include, but are not limited to: 1. Repeatedly contacting me with the intention to annoy, abuse, or harass. 2. Threatening legal actions, such as lawsuits or arrest, which are not actually contemplated or permitted. 3. Using false or misleading statements in an attempt to collect the debt, including misrepresenting the amount owed or falsely claiming to be affiliated with a government agency. 4. Communicating with me at inconvenient times, such as before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m., unless I have given you permission to do so. 5. Contacting me at my workplace if you are aware that my employer prohibits such communication. I request that you cease all communication with me until you can provide the necessary validation of the debt as required under the FD CPA. If you are unable to validate the debt, or if you are found to be in violation of the FD CPA provisions, I reserve the right to seek legal recourse for your actions. Please note that this letter is not an acknowledgment of the debt, but rather a request for information and adherence to the FD CPA guidelines. I expect your prompt compliance with this request. Should you choose to ignore this letter and continue your collection efforts without providing the requested information, I will have no choice but to report your organization to the appropriate regulatory authorities and seek legal advice regarding the violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Phone Number] [Email Address]
Subject: Vermont Sample Letter to Debt Collector Regarding the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA) Dear [Debt Collector's Name], I am writing to you regarding a debt that I believe you are attempting to collect from me. I am aware of my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FD CPA), a federal law enacted to protect consumers from unfair practices by debt collectors. I would like to bring your attention to the specific provisions of the FD CPA that I believe you may be violating. According to the FD CPA, a debt collector is required to provide certain information within five days of their initial communication. This includes the amount of the debt, the name of the creditor to whom the debt is owed, and a notice of my right to dispute the debt within 30 days. In addition, the FD CPA prohibits debt collectors from engaging in unfair or deceptive practices. These include, but are not limited to: 1. Repeatedly contacting me with the intention to annoy, abuse, or harass. 2. Threatening legal actions, such as lawsuits or arrest, which are not actually contemplated or permitted. 3. Using false or misleading statements in an attempt to collect the debt, including misrepresenting the amount owed or falsely claiming to be affiliated with a government agency. 4. Communicating with me at inconvenient times, such as before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m., unless I have given you permission to do so. 5. Contacting me at my workplace if you are aware that my employer prohibits such communication. I request that you cease all communication with me until you can provide the necessary validation of the debt as required under the FD CPA. If you are unable to validate the debt, or if you are found to be in violation of the FD CPA provisions, I reserve the right to seek legal recourse for your actions. Please note that this letter is not an acknowledgment of the debt, but rather a request for information and adherence to the FD CPA guidelines. I expect your prompt compliance with this request. Should you choose to ignore this letter and continue your collection efforts without providing the requested information, I will have no choice but to report your organization to the appropriate regulatory authorities and seek legal advice regarding the violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Phone Number] [Email Address]