Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

Collection Attempt over seven years old

I am currently a MD resident. During 1994-1995 I lived in Plantation Florida. I received a collection attempt from Florida From 1995. Since this claim is over seven year old, I have no way to prove I paid it. I do not have Cancled Checks, bank statments, Bank name or account. Can they collect this from me?


Asked on 8/06/02, 2:53 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Alexander M. Rosenfeld Rosenfeld & Stein, P.A.

Re: Collection Attempt over seven years old

The statute of limmitation , if it is applicable to you, provides an absolute defense to the alleged claim. Also, if it is applicable, you would have a claim for violation of the FDCPA. See your local competent creditors' rights specialist.

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Answered on 8/07/02, 5:21 pm
Michael Worsham Michael C. Worsham, Esq.

Re: Collection Attempt over seven years old

You should at least contest the debt, if in fact you paid it. Your message is not clear on that.

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Answered on 8/06/02, 3:49 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Collection Attempt over seven years old

Unless they have a judgment against you the debt is stale and you needn't pay.

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Answered on 8/06/02, 11:42 pm


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