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Where do I report a debt collector?

Short answer

To the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and your state attorney general. Include dates, call logs and copies of letters.

Rules differ by state. This is general information, not legal or professional advice.

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Official sources

CFPB: debt collectionconsumerfinance.gov
FTC consumer advice: debt collectionconsumer.ftc.gov
AnnualCreditReport.com: free credit reportsannualcreditreport.com