Debt Collection as Sales Solicitation
Date: Wed, 01/13/2010 - 11:06
If a debt collector is calling, and there is no "permissable purpose" doesn't that fall under sales solicitation, and if I am on the do not call list, doesnt that violate the do not call list?
No, collectors are not subject to the do not call list. You wou
No, collectors are not subject to the do not call list. You would have to send them a "Cease & Desist" letter, then they can contact you one more time to inform you what they intend to do with the account, but they can't attempt collections. I think the "Permissible Purpose" is in relation to making inquiries on your credit report.
The National Do Not Call Registry does not apply to debt collect
The National Do Not Call Registry does not apply to debt collectors. Collectors aren't considered to be 'selling' anything.
