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Dealing with Debt Collectors

Debt Free Colorado

Debt collectors and collection agencies are subject to the Colorado Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (CFDCPA). The CFDCPA does not apply to anyone who collects their debts or government personnel in the United States. Consumer credit transactions are governed by the UCCC, which is a code of conduct.

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Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)

Better Credit Blog

Debt collectors are notorious for harassing consumers when they seek repayment, calling excessively and threatening to take actions that may not be legal. What you may not know is that you are protected by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), a law designed to keep third-party debt collectors in check when they contact you.