Debt Collection

Legal Resources

• Wage Garnishment Law

  When can your wages be garnished (taken) to pay for a debt that you owe? Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Labor

• Debt Collection Overview

  If you are unable to make timely payments on a debt, this website provides guidance. Content Detail

  By:

  Texas Attorney General

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  Spanish / Español

• Dealing with Debt Collection Harassment

  Information on how to deal with harassment from debt collectors. Content Detail

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  National Consumer Law Center

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  Spanish / Español

• Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA)

  The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation?s consumer protection agency, enforces the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), which prohibits debt collectors from using abusive, unfair, or deceptive practices to collect from you. Content Detail

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  The Federal Trade Commission

• Fox26Law: Your Legal Questions Answered

  Every Tuesday and Thursday in its 7 a.m. newscast on FOX 26 Morning News, legal analyst Chris Tritico offers up some free legal insight. On this page you can ask your questions, watch previous segments, and read Chris' online-only responses to various questions. Content Detail

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  Fox26 KRIV

• Get Real Debt Help, Not Promises

  Information about where to get help for debt, as well as advice on how to deal with debt. Content Detail

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  National Consumer Law Center

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  Spanish / Español

• Know Your Rights When You Owe a Debt

  The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that protects consumers from unfair debt collection practices. Learn more about your rights in this brochure. Content Detail

  By:

  National Association of Consumer Advocates

• Wage Withholding Frequently Asked Questions

  Content Detail

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  Attorney General of Texas