Harris & Harris Credit Card Debt in Jacksonville, FL

Harris & Harris is collecting credit card debt in Jacksonville. Average: $5,221. Florida SOL: 5 years. Garnishment: Head of household exempt.

Known Harris & Harris Violations

  • Threatening arrest or criminal prosecution for civil debt
  • Adding unauthorized collection fees
  • Failing to provide proper mini-Miranda warning

Dispute Strategies

  • Request debt validation under FDCPA § 1692g
  • Dispute billing errors under FCBA within 60 days
  • Check if debt exceeds statute of limitations
  • Negotiate settlement at 40-60% of balance
  • File CFPB complaint if collector violates FDCPA

Tips

  • Harris & Harris collects government and municipal debts — verify with the issuing agency
  • Parking tickets and municipal fines have specific appeal processes
  • No collector can threaten arrest for consumer debt — report this immediately
  • Never acknowledge debt verbally — it can restart the SOL
  • Debt buyers often lack original documentation
  • Average SOL is 3-6 years depending on state