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Fair Credit Reporting Act Enforcement - Explained

Who enforces the Fair Credit Reporting Act?

Written by Jason Gordon

Updated at September 26th, 2021

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How is the Fair Credit Reporting Act enforced?Discussion QuestionPractice Question

How is the Fair Credit Reporting Act enforced?

The FTC and CFBP enforce the provisions of the FCRA. Further, individuals may bring a cause of action against creditor reporting agencies or credit providers. In a civil action, a creditor may recover actual damages, attorneys fees, court costs, and punitive damages (if the conduct is intentional).

Note: A consumer must file a civil action within two years of when the violation is discovered or within five years of when the violation occurred.

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Related Topics

  • What is the Fair Credit Reporting Act?
  • Users of Information?
  • Credit Reporting Agency Consumers
  • Reporting Agencies?
  • Consumer Reporting Agency
  • Furnishers of Information?
  • Enforcement?


Discussion Question

 How do you feel about the regulation of all individuals involved in the use of a credit report? Do you find any of the obligations too relaxed or overly stringent? Why?

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Practice Question

Eric has a small business selling farm equipment. He routinely finances pieces of equipment for his customers. In this process, he pulls customer credit reports and also contacts other suppliers in the community to learn more about the customers credit worthiness. He is in need of help in his business, so he is looking for someone to handle the equipment financing. When posting the position publicly, he requires applicants submit to a credit report. What procedures must Eric undertake to comply with the requirements of the FCRA?

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