Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

statue of limitations

What is the current statue of limitations for CA. Last information I found max was four years. This debt collector keeps calling debt was in the 80's written contract


Asked on 2/27/03, 12:43 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Larry Rothman Larry Rothman & Associates

Re: statue of limitations

The statute of limitations is 4 years from the date of a breach. You may have a case against the collection agency or debtor. Please contact Mary at my office to set up an appointment for free consultation.

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Answered on 2/27/03, 12:52 pm
Benjamin Berger Berger-Harrison, A Professional Corporation

Re: statue of limitations

The statute of limitations is four years on a written contract in CA. However, certain actions on a credit or collections account can toll the statute. If you negotiated a reduction in the amount owed or if you sent any money, the time can start all over.

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Answered on 2/27/03, 12:58 pm
Robert Miller Robert L. Miller & Associates, A Law Corporation

Re: statue of limitations

Thank you for your posting.

The statute of limitations is four years from the date of the last action on the account, such as a payment. Although the statute of limitations means that a creditor cannot sue, it doesn't mean that they can't put information on a credit report (for up to 7 years), or that they can't call you and ask for a voluntary payment.

I hope that this information helps, but if you have other questions, want more information, or feel that you need legal representation, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected]. I�m happy to help in any way that I can.

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Answered on 3/03/03, 2:41 am


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