By disputing a debt in writing within the 30-day validation period, the debt collector cannot continue to collect on the debt until they send you (or your attorney, if you are represented) proof of the debt or a copy of the judgment.

After disputing the debt, wait approximately 35 days. Go to annualcreditreport.com and obtain BY MAIL OR PHONE a copy of your credit report from each of the three major bureaus (TransUnion, Equifax, Experian). You are entitled to one free report per year from each bureau. If you order your report online, you may be giving up your right to a jury trial. See if the debt is (a) listed and (b) described as disputed.

Q: What happens if I dispute the debt?

A: By disputing a debt in writing within the 30-day validation period, the debt collector cannot continue to collect on the debt until they send you (or your attorney, if you are represented) proof of the debt or a copy of the judgment.

After disputing the debt, wait approximately 35 days. Go to annualcreditreport.com and obtain BY MAIL OR PHONE a copy of your credit report from each of the three major bureaus (TransUnion, Equifax, Experian). You are entitled to one free report per year from each bureau. If you order your report online, you may be giving up your right to a jury trial. See if the debt is (a) listed and (b) described as disputed.

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