How Can Repossession Take Place?
- The buyer does not have to be notified before the repossession occurs.
- The creditor cannot commit a crime, use abusive language, enter a home without permission, or take an item if the owner physically resists.
- Cars can be towed from public or private lots.
- A car can be towed from the owner's driveway if no other car is moved
- A car cannot be towed from the owner's garage.
Other Washington Collections-Creditors Rights FAQs
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What Things Can't A Collection Agency Do?
A: publish lists of people who owe money; use a badge or uniform of a law enforcement agency or claim to be from a government agency; use documents which look like court … More -
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Can A Creditor Take A Post-Dated Check?
A: A collector can ask the debtor to write a postdated check, but they cannot be required to do so. If the debtor gives a collection agency a postdated check, … More -
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How May A Debt Collector Contact The Debtor?
A: A collector may contact the debtor in person, by mail, telephone, telegram, or FAX. However, a debt collector may not contact the debtor at unreasonable times or … More -
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May A Debt Collector Contact Anyone Else About A Debt?
A: If the debtor has an attorney, the debt collector may not contact anyone other than his or her attorney. If the debtor does not have an attorney, a collector may … More
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Attorneys In Your Area
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