Consumer complaint received 2025-02-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Formal Dispute of Unauthorized and Inaccurate Reporting of XXXX XXXX Account Dear XXXX XXXX Department, I am writing to formally dispute the unauthorized and inaccurate reporting of the following account on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX reviewing my credit file, I have identified multiple violations of federal consumer protection laws, specifically the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act ( 15 U.S.C. 6802 ), the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ), and Aggravated Identity Theft ( 18 U.S.C. 1028A ). XXXX failure to comply with these statutes has resulted in the unauthorized disclosure of my personal financial information, which has negatively impacted my consumer rights and credit standing. 

1. Violation of 15 U.S.C. 6802 Unauthorized Disclosure of Nonpublic Personal Information Under 15 U.S.C. 6802, financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies are prohibited from disclosing nonpublic personal information without the consumers explicit consent. 
Resolution Demand : Provide documented proof that I explicitly authorized XXXX to collect, store, and share my personal financial information with third parties regarding the XXXX XXXX account. 
If such proof can not be provided, this account must be deleted immediately for failure to comply with federal privacy laws. 

2. Violation of 15 U.S.C. 1681b Lack of Permissible Purpose for Reporting The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) mandates that a consumer reporting agency may only furnish a credit report when there is a permissible purpose, such as a valid credit transaction initiated by the consumer. 
Resolution Demand : Provide verifiable documentation proving that I authorized XXXX to report the XXXX XXXX account on my credit file. 
Under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 7 ), I request : The name and contact details of the entity that verified this account. 
A copy of the original documentation used for verification. 
The method of verification used. 
If XXXX can not provide this documentation, this account must be deleted immediately due to failure to establish a permissible purpose. 

3. Violation of 18 U.S.C. 1028A Aggravated Identity Theft The unauthorized reporting of inaccurate or fraudulent information on a consumers credit report may constitute identity theft under 18 U.S.C. 1028A. 
If XXXX can not confirm that this account was legitimately opened and authorized by me, then I may be at risk for identity theft. 
Failure to verify this account properly increases the likelihood that fraudulent activity is being reported under my name, causing financial harm. 
Resolution Demand : If XXXX can not verify 100 % accuracy of this account, including my signed contractual agreement, this account must be deleted immediately from my credit report. 
XXXX must conduct an internal review to ensure compliance with consumer protection laws and prevent further unauthorized reporting. 

4. Formal Demand for Deletion and Legal Compliance Under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), I demand that XXXX conduct a formal reinvestigation of this account within 30 days. If this matter is not resolved, I will escalate the issue by filing complaints with the following regulatory agencies : Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) State Attorney Generals Office Additionally, I reserve the right to pursue legal action under FCRA 616 & 617, which entitles me to statutory damages of up to {$1000.00} per violation, plus punitive damages. 

5. Conclusion & Final Notice I expect a written response within 30 days confirming the removal of this account from my credit file. If XXXX continues to report this unauthorized, inaccurate, and unverified information, I will take all legal and regulatory actions necessary to protect my consumer rights. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation