Can a debt collector ever contact me more than once a week?

In Florida, debt collectors are restricted in how often they can contact you in regards to debt collection. Generally, they are allowed to contact you no more than once a week. This applies to all forms of contact, such as written notices, emails, voice messages, calls, and text messages. However, the law does provide some exceptions. If you agree to it, debt collectors may contact you more frequently than once a week. Also, if there is a need to provide an immediate warning about an imminent or threatened action, then the debt collector is allowed to contact you more often. Keep in mind that debt collectors may still take other steps to collect the debt. This includes sending written notices or filing a lawsuit against you. It is important to remember that debt collectors are only allowed to contact you in a way that is not abusive or harassing. If you feel that a debt collector is approaching you in an inappropriate manner, you can report them to the Florida Attorney General’s Office.

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Can a debt collector ever contact me more than once a week?

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