Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Indiana
collection agencies
can a collection agency or law firm place a felony warrent for your arrest for an unpaid debt?
Asked on 2/27/07, 4:52 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
John Bator
Bator Redman & Shive
Re: collection agencies
absolutley not and it is a violation of federal law to do so
Answered on 2/27/07, 5:11 pm
Samuel Hasler
Samuel Hasler
Re: collection agencies
No. Only prosecutors can charge felonies. Any collection agency says that they can do so are violating the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. You need to speak with an attorney, as soon as possible.
Answered on 2/28/07, 8:47 am