On Monday, February 3rd, California State Senator Bob Wieckowski (D) introduced new legislation proposing the required licensing of all debt collectors and debt buyers doing business or collecting in the state of California. Bill would also require background checks and proposes using the Department of Business Oversight to regulate all collections activities as well as enforce violations.
California Bill Proposes Licensing Debt Collectors






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