why would i get a letter from the ohio attorney general collections enforcement agency

by Ben Feil Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago 6 min read

The Ohio Department of Taxation sent you a certified letter advising that the debt would be turned over to the Attorney General if not resolved within 60 days from the date of the letter. You may contact the Department of Taxation and they will advise you who signed for the mail.

Collections Enforcement offers taxpayers, who have had their income tax refund taken to pay off a state debt, the ability to make a written “Request For Administrative Review of Income Tax Refund Offset”.

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How does the Ohio Attorney General’s collection enforcement section work?

Under Ohio Revised Code section 131.02, all delinquent state debt is collected by the Attorney General. Why do I owe this debt, or, what is this about? You should have received a collection notice or letter from a state agency or college. Call us for specific details. The telephone number for the unit to call will be on that letter.

What is the Ohio Fair Debt Collection Practices Act?

Additionally, you can access an on-line payment system 24/7 or contact Collections Enforcement Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 888-301-8885. If visiting the AGO Collections Enforcement section in Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Toledo or Youngstown, valid photo identification is required to be able to access the floor.

How long does a debt collector have to send a letter?

A debt collector must send you an initial letter within five days of contacting you to tell you the amount of the debt you owe, the name of the creditor to whom you owe the debt, your rights to dispute the debt and how to request verification of the debt. Debt collectors may not:

How do I dispute a debt collection letter?

The Ohio Department of Taxation sent you a certified letter advising that the debt would be turned over to the Attorney General if not resolved within 60 days from the date of the letter. You may contact the Department of Taxation and they will advise you who signed for the mail.

What kind of debt does the Ohio Attorney General collect?

delinquent state debt

Under Ohio Revised Code section 131.02, all delinquent state debt is collected by the Attorney General.

What does the Ohio Attorney General investigate?

Agents from the Special Investigations Unit investigate officer-involved critical incidents and OHLEG misuse and help local officers solve felony-level cases of homicide, financial crimes, public corruption and voter fraud, among other crimes.

How do you know if you owe the Ohio Attorney General?

NOTE: For information on paying a tax debt or other debt owed to the state of Ohio, please contact the Attorney General's Collections Enforcement Section online or by calling 877-607-6400.

Can the Ohio Attorney General garnish wages?

Yes. The State of Ohio retains the right to offset any monies owed to the applicant, including federal and state tax refunds. Will the Attorney General cease garnishment, foreclosure and other collection activities while an offer is pending?

What does the Ohio Investigative Unit do?

OIU agents are fully-sworn, plainclothes peace officers responsible for enforcing Ohio's alcohol, tobacco and food stamp fraud laws. Agents investigate suspected illegal activity in liquor permit premises (bars, restaurants, carryouts, etc.).

What prosecutor means?

Legal Definition of prosecutor

1 : a person who institutes a prosecution (as by making an affidavit or complaint charging the defendant) 2 : a government attorney who presents the state's case against the defendant in a criminal prosecution.

What does an Attorney General do?

The Attorney General is chief legal adviser to the Crown and has a number of independent public interest functions, as well as overseeing the Law Officers' departments.

Is Ohio a tax lien state?

The State of Ohio can obtain a judgment lien against a taxpayer when a tax has been assessed, but has not been paid and is past due. A judgment lien attaches to a taxpayer's real property when the state of Ohio obtains a judgment against a taxpayer in the Common Pleas Court where the taxpayer resides.Mar 3, 2022

How do I file a complaint with the Ohio attorney general?

You may also call (800)282-0515 to file you complaint. No e-mail address? Call (800)282-0515 to file your complaint.

How long can a garnishment last in Ohio?

six years

The Ohio wage garnishment statute of limitations is generally six years for most types of debt. The time limit is counted beginning the day a debt became overdue or the day you last made a payment, whichever happened most recently. However, debt does not expire or disappear until you pay it.

Can creditors garnish your bank account?

Yes. A creditor can apply for an order to garnish your bank account without notifying you. The creditor doesn't need to have a judgment against you to do so. The creditor must start a lawsuit against you for the debt before getting a garnishing order.

How do I stop a garnishment in Ohio?

Request a Court-Appointed Trustee

Under Ohio law, you may be able to avoid wage garnishment if you enter into a trusteeship. Trusteeships can stop wage garnishment and prevent creditors from harassing you for payment. A trusteeship requires that you pay a percentage of your earnings to your court-appointed trustee.Jun 13, 2021

How long does it take for a debt collector to send a letter?

How to contact a debt collector?

Debt collectors may not: 1 Use false names or statements, such as falsely implying that they are attorneys, government representatives or credit bureau representatives 2 Threaten you or your family with harm 3 Use obscene words when talking to you 4 Contact you before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. 5 Contact you without identifying themselves 6 Tell others about your debt or publish the names of those who owe debts 7 Falsely represent that you have committed a crime 8 Misrepresent the amount you owe on your debt

How long does a bankruptcy stay on your credit report?

Accurate negative information may stay on your credit report for up to seven years; bankruptcies stay on your credit report ...

Does a debt expire?

Yes. Debt does not expire or disappear until you pay it. If a debt is valid, you still owe it until you pay it off, no matter how much time passes. However, the law limits the amount of time during which a debt collector may take legal action to collect a debt. Statutes of limitation vary depending on the type of debt.

Debt Collection

If you are receiving calls and letters from third-party debt collectors, understand your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

Debt Consolidation

Companies may promise to “erase” your debt, reduce your interest rate, or improve your credit score. These claims are often bogus, and most will charge you for services you could do yourself for free. Companies offering debt adjusting services must comply with Ohio’s Debt Adjuster’s Act and may only charge reasonable fees allowable under the law.

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