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Dispute Encore Capital Group in New Mexico

New Mexico residents can cite the Unfair Practices Act (N.M. Stat. § 57-12-1) alongside FDCPA Section 1692g when disputing Encore Capital Group.

Private Right of Action

Yes in New Mexico

Treble Damages

Yes in New Mexico

Auto-Renewal Law

Not enacted

Medical Billing Protection

Not enacted

Known Encore Capital Group Violations

Collecting debts past statute of limitations

Threatening litigation they won't pursue

Inaccurate credit reporting

Robo-signing affidavits

Failing to provide validation

New Mexico Legal Strategy vs. Encore Capital Group

State Law: Unfair Practices Act

N.M. Stat. § 57-12-1 prohibits unfair and deceptive practices in New Mexico. Allows up to 3x damages. You can sue directly.DisputeAI cites this statute automatically in your demand letter.

Federal: Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

FDCPA Section 1692g requires Encore Capital Group to validate the debt within 30 days. Section 1692e prohibits false or misleading representations. Section 1692f prohibits unfair practices. Violations allow statutory damages up to $1,000 plus attorney fees.

Tips for New Mexico Residents

Encore owns Midland Credit — same playbook applies
CFPB fined Encore $42M in 2015
Demand chain-of-title documentation
Challenge robo-signed affidavits in court
File complaints with CFPB and state AG
File a complaint with the New Mexico Office of the Attorney General if Encore Capital Group doesn't respond

All New Mexico dispute laws All Encore Capital Group disputes

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