FL Auto Loan Debt

Florida Auto Loan Debt Laws

Everything you need to know about auto loan debt in Florida: SOL is 5 years, garnishment capped at head of household exempt, and 3 state-specific protections apply.

5 years

SOL (written contracts)

$23,792

Avg auto loan debt

Head of household exempt

Garnishment cap

How to Dispute Auto Loan Debt in Florida

Challenge deficiency balance after repossession

Verify the sale was commercially reasonable (UCC requirement)

Dispute if proper repossession notice wasn't given

Check for state-specific redemption rights

Validate any collection attempts under FDCPA

Florida State Law

Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act

File complaints: AG Consumer Protection

Relevant Federal Laws

FDCPA (15 USC 1692)
FCRA (15 USC 1681)
FTC Act 5
CFPB Reg F

Florida Consumer Protections

Head of household wages FULLY exempt from garnishment

Unlimited homestead exemption

State debt collection act applies to original creditors

Auto Loan Debt Tips for Florida Residents

Lenders must sell repossessed vehicles at commercially reasonable price

Many states require advance notice before repossession

Deficiency balance collectors must validate under FDCPA

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