Consumer complaint received 2024-12-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Harris & Harris, Ltd.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Michigan, XXXX [ XX/XX/2024 ] Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IA XXXX Subject : Dispute Letter Regarding Collection Agencys Violation of Consumer Rights Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau , I am writing to formally dispute the actions of [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ], which I believe to be in violation of my rights as a consumer under federal law. Specifically, [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] has not adhered to the requirements set forth in 12 CFR 1006 ( Regulation F ) and 15 USC 1681 ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ). I request your assistance in addressing the following violations : XXXX. Failure to Provide Validation Information ( 12 CFR 1006.34 ( b ) ( 5 ) ) : [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] has not provided validation information regarding the alleged debt, as required by law. Despite this, they have reported this account to consumer reporting agencies, adversely affecting my credit. 
2. Denial of Right to Dispute ( 12 CFR 1006.34 ( c ) ( 4 ) ) : I have not been given the legally mandated opportunity to dispute this account. The agencys actions deprive me of my right to challenge the validity of the debt and are therefore non-compliant with Regulation F. 
XXXX. False and Misleading Practices ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ( d ) ) : By furnishing this account to consumer reporting agencies without providing the necessary disclosures and validation, [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] is engaging in deceptive, misleading, and misrepresentative practices. These actions are in direct violation of the rules governing fair debt collection. 
4. Violation of Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 1681s-2 ( a ) ) : [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] has no authority to furnish information to consumer reporting agencies without first meeting all disclosure requirements outlined by federal law. Their failure to comply is a clear breach of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, specifically Section 1681s-2 ( a ). 

These actions by [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] have caused undue harm to my credit profile and personal finances. I kindly request that the CFPB investigate this matter and take appropriate action to enforce compliance with federal laws. 

I also ask that you ensure [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] provides full validation of the alleged debt, removes the unauthorized collection entry from my consumer report, and ceases any further reporting until they meet their legal obligations. 

Enclosed, I have attached copies of relevant documentation to support my claim, including my consumer report and correspondence with [ Harris & Harris LTD account number XXXX ] ( if applicable ). 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Please do not hesitate to contact me at [ XXXX ] or [ XXXX ] for any further information. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief