Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #9379115
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 9379115
Company: Encore Capital Group INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt was result of identity theft
State: Iowa
ZIP Code: 503XX
Date Received: 2024-06-28T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-06-28T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I have asked for validation of debt more then 30 days ago and If the consumer notifies the debt collector in writing within the thirty-day period described in subsection ( a ) of this section that the debt, or any portion thereof, is disputed, or that the consumer requests the name and address of the original creditor, the debt collector shall cease collection of the debt, or any disputed portion thereof, until the debt collector obtains verification of the debt or a copy of a judgment, or the name and address of the original creditor, and a copy of such verification or judgment, or name and address of the original creditor, is mailed to the consumer by the debt collector. Collection activities and communications that do not otherwise violate this subchapter may continue during the 30-day period referred to in subsection ( a ) unless the consumer has notified the debt collector in writing that the debt, or any portion of the debt, is disputed or that the consumer requests the name and address of the original creditor. Any collection activities and communication during the 30-day period may not overshadow or be inconsistent with the disclosure of the consumers right to dispute the debt or request the name and address of the original creditor still have not received any response. I have also spoken via chat with a agent advising of a fraud account a few weeks ago and today I received a notice in the mail. This is all a violation of my rights. Therefore kindly please remove these accounts from my name.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #9379115 about?
Complaint #9379115 was filed against Encore Capital Group INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-06-28T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Encore Capital Group INC. 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 Encore Capital Group INC.?
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Disclaimer
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