Request Letter to Stop Contact
Sample letter to request cessation of collection communication
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State ZIP Code]
[Date]
[Collection Agency Name]
[Address]
[City, State ZIP Code]
RE: Cease Communication Request - Account #[ACCOUNT NUMBER]
Dear Sir/Madam:
I am writing to formally demand that you cease all collection activity and communication regarding the alleged debt on account number [ACCOUNT NUMBER].
Under Section 805(c) of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request that you stop sending communications to me. Upon receipt of this letter, you must:
- Discontinue all telephone calls to me or any third parties
- Stop sending written collection notices
- Cease all communication attempts through any means
This is my formal request. The only exceptions under which you may contact me are:
- To confirm receipt of this letter
- To notify me of specific actions such as filing a lawsuit
Any further attempts to contact me will be considered harassment in violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and I will pursue legal remedies.
Please confirm receipt of this letter in writing.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Signature]

