Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

Re: Fraud

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Generally if you send them a copy of the police report, they will cut you some slack and allow the investigation to take its natural course. If not, you may wish to go over the collection agency's head and speak directly with the fraud prevention department or collection manager of the lendor/creditor to try and get some temporary relief from further collection activities. You should also ask the collection agency to provide proof of the debt within 30 days as required by law.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.