Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #4798195
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4798195
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: District of Columbia
ZIP Code: 20019
Date Received: 2021-10-11T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-10-11T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I have contacted Portfolio Recovery reference number XXXXon XX/XX/XXXX andXX/XX/XXXX by certified mail multiple times through written communication advising them this debt was not mines. I discovered this debt by viewing my credit report this company never sent any correspondence to me for this debt. I have asked for a copy of the singed contract in question for3 months now with no response. I have asked this company to delete the debt off my credit as it is in violation of rules under the fair credit reporting act. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681g I have the right to demand that you disclose to me all of the documents that you have recorded and retained in your file at the time of this request concerning the accounts that you are reporting on my credit report. Please dont respond to my request by saying that these accounts have been verified. Send me copies of the signed documents that you have in your files that were used to verify them. If you do not have any documentation in your files to verify the accuracy of these disputed accounts then please delete them immediately as required under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ) ( i ). By publishing these inaccurate and unverified items on my credit report and distributing them to 3rd parties you are damaging my reputation and credit worthiness. Under the FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681i, all unverified accounts must be promptly deleted. Therefore, if you are unable to provide me with a copy of the verifiable proof that you have on file for this account.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4798195 about?
Complaint #4798195 was filed against Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-10-11T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC 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?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC?
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Disclaimer
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