Debt collection -- Took or threatened to take negative or legal action -- Complaint #9302064

Complaint Overview

Complaint ID: 9302064

Company: Cl Holdings LLC

Product: Debt collection

Sub-Product: I do not know

Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action

Sub-Issue: Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged

State: Florida

ZIP Code: XXXXX

Date Received: 2024-06-19T12:00:00-05:00

Date Sent to Company: 2024-06-19T12:00:00-05:00

Company Response: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A

Submitted Via: Web

Consumer Narrative

I am currently facing an issue with multiple debt collection companies that are reporting on my credit report, which I believe is in violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). Specifically, I have no contracts or agreements with the Jefferson Capital System. These companies have not provided any documentation containing my signature that authorizes them to report on my credit or engage in business with me. The following are the specific FDCPA laws that I believe these debt collection companies have violated : 809 Validation of Debts ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ) : Debt collectors are required to provide verification of the debt within five days of the initial communication. They must send a written notice containing the amount of the debt, the name of the creditor, and a statement that unless the consumer disputes the debt within 30 days, it will be assumed valid. In this case, the above-mentioned debt collection companies have not provided such validation or verification of the debt. XXXX07 False or Misleading Representations ( 15 U.S.C. 1692e ) : Debt collectors are prohibited from using any false, deceptive, or misleading representation in connection with the collection of any debt. Reporting to credit bureaus without a legitimate basis and without proper documentation or contract constitutes a misleading representation of the debt 's validity. 808 Unfair Practices ( 15 U.S.C. 1692f ) : Debt collectors may not use unfair or unconscionable means to collect or attempt to collect any debt. Reporting a debt to credit bureaus without having the proper contractual authority or verification is considered an unfair practice. 818 Furnishing Certain Deceptive Forms ( 15 U.S.C. 1692j ) : It is illegal for debt collectors to design, compile, and furnish any form knowing that it would be used to create a false belief in a consumer that a person other than the creditor of such consumer is participating in the collection of or in an attempt to collect a debt such consumer allegedly owes. Given the lack of documentation and absence of a contractual agreement, the actions of XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX appear to be in violation of the aforementioned provisions of the FDCPA. I am seeking resolution and removal of these erroneous reports from my credit history. They are violating federal law and committing fraud by claiming that I owe them any money. They are using fraudulent means to unjustly enrich themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Complaint #9302064 about?

Complaint #9302064 was filed against Cl Holdings LLC regarding Debt collection specifically about Took or threatened to take negative or legal action. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-06-19T12:00:00-05:00.

How did Cl Holdings LLC respond to this complaint?

The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". 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 Cl Holdings LLC?

Yes, visit the Cl Holdings LLC company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/cl-holdings-llc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.

Disclaimer

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