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Different Laws, Different Rules Commercial vs Consumer Debt Collection in New York

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Legal Requirements The legal requirements for collecting consumer debt and commercial debt in New York State differ significantly. Consumer Debt: The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) regulates consumer debt. Generally, the requirements are as follows.

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Understanding New York Debt Collection Laws

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Judgment enforcement and more are conducted without state court scrutiny. New York’s liberal judgment enforcement policies allow attorneys’ offices to conduct almost all judgment enforcement activities. Federal, State, and Local Regulations for Consumer Debt.