Debt collection -- False statements or representation -- Complaint #17376602
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 17376602
Company: Harris & Harris, Ltd.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation
Sub-Issue: Attempted to collect wrong amount
State: Pennsylvania
ZIP Code: 17402
Date Received: 2025-11-19T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-11-19T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
[ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ] [ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ] [ XXXX, PA XXXX ] [ XX/XX/year> ] [ HARRIS & HARRIS ] Account Number : [ HARRIS & HARRIS ] ( {$160.00} ) DISPUTE AND VALIDATION REQUEST To Whom It May Concern : I am writing to notify you that I dispute the validity of the alleged debt referenced above. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) 15 U.S.C. 1692g, I am requesting that you provide the following : Verification of the debt, including a detailed statement showing the amount owed and how it was calculated. 1. The name and address of the original creditor. 2. Proof that you are legally authorized to collect this debt in my state. 3. A copy of any contract, agreement, or document bearing my signature that you claim obligates me to this debt. Until the requested validation is provided, you must cease all collection activity, including reporting or verifying this debt to any credit reporting agencies. If you have already reported the item, please inform the credit bureaus that it is disputed. Additionally, please do not contact me by phone. All communication must be in writing. If you can not provide proper validation, or if you fail to respond within the required timeframe, I expect this account to be deleted from all credit reporting agencies and for you to cease all collection efforts. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, [ XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #17376602 about?
Complaint #17376602 was filed against Harris & Harris, Ltd. regarding Debt collection specifically about False statements or representation. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-11-19T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Harris & Harris, Ltd. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
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How do I file a similar complaint?
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Disclaimer
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