TX Credit Card Debt

Texas Credit Card Debt Laws

Everything you need to know about credit card debt in Texas: SOL is 4 years, garnishment capped at no wage garnishment for most debts, and 4 state-specific protections apply.

4 years

SOL (open/revolving accounts)

$5,221

Avg credit card debt

No wage garnishment for most d

Garnishment cap

How to Dispute Credit Card Debt in Texas

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

Texas State Law

Texas Debt Collection Act + DTPA

File complaints: AG Consumer Protection

Relevant Federal Laws

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

Texas Consumer Protections

NO wage garnishment for most consumer debts

Unlimited homestead exemption

DTPA treble damages for knowing violations

Very debtor-friendly state

Credit Card Debt Tips for Texas Residents

Never acknowledge debt verbally — it can restart the SOL

Debt buyers often lack original documentation

Average SOL is 3-6 years depending on state

Dispute Credit Card Debt in Texas

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