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Consumer protection attorneys in Sangamon County, IL

24 cities and 24 ZIP codes in Sangamon County. 2 attorney listings here so far.

Before you pay an attorney retainer

Want the calls in Sangamon County to stop? Start with a written letter.

Under the federal FDCPA (15 U.S.C. § 1692c(c)), once a debt collector receives your written request to stop contacting you, it must generally stop, with limited exceptions. You can send that request yourself, without a lawyer. We help you write it in a few minutes.

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Cities in Sangamon County

Your rights against debt collectors in Sangamon County, IL

  • Sangamon County covers 24 cities and towns and 24 ZIP codes, including Springfield, Andrew, Auburn.

State law on top of the FDCPA

People in Sangamon County, IL are protected by the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and by Illinois's own Illinois Collection Agency Act (225 ILCS 425). State laws can cover original creditors too, not just collection agencies.

Legal calling hours here

Collectors may not call before 8:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m. your local time (§ 1692c(a)(1)). Sangamon County, IL is on Central time — note the exact time of every early or late call. Log calls for free.

Small claims court

Illinois small claims courts commonly hear cases up to about $10,000. FDCPA claims can also be filed in federal court, where the law lets you recover attorney's fees. Your local court is the Sangamon County court. Limits change, so confirm with the court clerk before filing.

Where to complain

File with the CFPB and the Illinois Attorney General. See our complaint guide.

Sources you can check

Last reviewed: by the StopAndDesist editorial team. General information, not legal advice.

Being contacted by a collector in Sangamon County?

You can require a collector to stop contacting you in writing, today, without hiring an attorney first. Keep a record of every call while you do it.