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Debt Collectors Have to Play by the Rules in Nebraska

Debt Collectors Have to Play by the Rules in Nebraska

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The Nebraska Attorney General’s office is reminding consumers they have rights when the debt collector calls.
Abby Stempson with the AG’s office says debt collectors must register in Nebraska…and must follow the rules. . .

Stempson reminds consumers, though they must pay what they owe, they don’t have to put up with illegal debt collection practices. . .

Last year, the Attorney General’s office responded to 180 complaints about debt collection practices.

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