Creates a private right of action for improper debt collection procedures
Summary
Creates a private right of action for improper debt collection procedures; allows plaintiffs to recover punitive damages and reasonable attorneys' fees.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2017
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 6, 2017
Last action Jan 3, 2018
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
0
Committee
2
Apr 24, 2017
Assembly · Referred to committee
REPORTED REFERRED TO CODES
Feb 6, 2017
Assembly · Referred to committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
0 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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