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https://dcba.lacounty.gov/portfolio/collection-agencies-2/

Collection Agencies - Consumer & Business

The first rule of handling collection agencies is: Don't ignore them! You have rights under the law, but you have to respond immediately to protect yourself.

https://oag.ca.gov/consumers/general/debt-collectors

Debt Collectors | State of California - Department of Justice

The law protects you from abusive, unfair, or deceptive debt collection practices. Here is information about some common debt collection issues.

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/collectionagency.asp

Collection Agency: Definition, How It Works, and Regulations

A collection agency is a company used by lenders to recover funds that are past due or from accounts that are in default.

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/debt-collection/

Debt collection | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Our resources, including guidance on the CFPB's Debt Collection Rule, can help you understand how debt collection works and what your rights are.

https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/private-debt-collection

Private debt collection | Internal Revenue Service

The IRS assigns certain overdue federal tax debts to private debt collection agencies. Review the list of agencies and what debts the IRS assigns and does ...