FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT VIOLATION DEMAND LETTER
MINNESOTA
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
[DATE]
[DEBT COLLECTOR NAME]
[DEBT COLLECTOR ADDRESS]
[CITY, STATE ZIP]
Re: FDCPA and Minnesota Debt Collection Violation Demand
Consumer: [CONSUMER FULL NAME]
Account Number: [ACCOUNT NUMBER]
Dear Sir or Madam:
This law firm represents [CONSUMER FULL NAME], a Minnesota resident.
I. VIOLATIONS IDENTIFIED
Federal FDCPA Violations:
☐ Validation notice failure (15 U.S.C. Section 1692g)
☐ False representations (15 U.S.C. Section 1692e)
☐ Unfair practices (15 U.S.C. Section 1692f)
☐ Harassment (15 U.S.C. Section 1692d)
Minnesota Collection Agency Regulation (Minn. Stat. Section 332.37):
☐ Harassment, threats, or abuse
☐ Oppressive conduct
☐ Fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading conduct
☐ Other prohibited practices
Minnesota Consumer Fraud Act (Minn. Stat. Section 325F.69):
☐ Fraud, misrepresentation, or deceptive practices
II. MINNESOTA LEGAL FRAMEWORK
Minnesota Collection Agency Act
Minn. Stat. Section 332.37 provides comprehensive regulation of collection agencies including:
- Prohibition on harassment, threats, and abuse
- Prohibition on oppressive conduct
- Prohibition on fraudulent and deceptive practices
- Private right of action for violations
Minnesota Consumer Fraud Act
Minn. Stat. Section 325F.69 allows private actions for fraudulent practices with potential treble damages.
III. DAMAGES
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| FDCPA Statutory Damages | Up to $1,000 |
| Actual Damages | $[AMOUNT] |
| Attorney's Fees | $[AMOUNT] |
IV. DEMAND
Payment of $[SETTLEMENT DEMAND] within thirty (30) days.
Respectfully submitted,
[LAW FIRM NAME]
[ATTORNEY NAME]
[MINNESOTA BAR NUMBER]
MINNESOTA-SPECIFIC REFERENCE
| Element | Minnesota Law |
|---|---|
| Collection Agency Act | Minn. Stat. Section 332.31 et seq. |
| Consumer Fraud Act | Minn. Stat. Section 325F.68 et seq. |
| State Enforcement | Minnesota AG, Commerce Dept. |
Consult a Minnesota-licensed attorney before use.