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Hi, I'm not sure of California limits, usually at least a few years. There are FDCPA guidlines for debt collection. ANY STATE commerce dept (not chamber of commerce, just 'commerce') and/or the states office of Attorney general will have all the best info. Not blowing off your question, but they will be the best sources. There are national/federal agencies. Most debt collectors could give a rip about them. THANKS
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What is a first party Collection agency?
That's the original creditor's "in house" collection department. They are NOT subject to the FDCPA as are 3rd party collection agencys.
Can collection agencys accuse a 14 year old?
depends on what the 14 year-old did ;)
Can collection agencys put a lien on property for unseccured debt?
Yes, collection agencies can do this. However, first they need to sue the borrowers and obtain a judgment from the court against the general assets of the defendants. Usually, a judgment will become a lien on any real estate property the borrowers own. If the collection agency does not go to court to sue for a judgment, however, it can not place a lien on a home. And not all states or counties may allow judgments to be attached as liens, although many do allow this process.
Is there some kind of agreement letter with a collector that would allow the removal of a collection if paid?
There is the kind of letter that you write insisting on this condition prior to paying a collection account. There is also the collection agencys' written agreement stating this. There is no standard form letter.
Can collection agencies sell your account to another collection agency?
yes and do all the time and the old agentcy will still show on credit report It can be bought and sold as many times as the agencys want to move it around
Can you sue a collection agency if they are not licensed in your state?
No you can not
How much do foster agencys pay parents?
In the state of ma. How much do you get a month for a child that is 10 years of age.
Can a collection agency sue you if you live in Tennessee?
Yes.
Can collection agency sue a married person?
Yes.
What Federal privacy law governs and limits an agencys collection and sharing of personal data?
The Privacy Act of 1974 protects citizens agains the sharing of personal data.
Can a collection agency sue if you do not refuse to pay?
If you are not refusing to pay and you pay the debt, they would have no reason to sue you. If you refuse to pay a valid debt, they may advise their client to sue you depending on what state you are in and what the laws are there. Some states only allow original creditors to sue and not the collection agency.
Can the collection agency sue you for your car that is worth 12000?
YES
