Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville Phone Harassment?
Is Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville (CRP) calling you repeatedly? Are they contacting you multiple times a day, at odd hours, or discussing your debt with others? If so, those actions may violate federal law — and you have the right to make it stop.
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), consumers are protected from abusive and misleading collection practices. If CRP violates these rules, you may be entitled to up to $1,000 in statutory damages, plus attorney’s fees.
Who Is Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville (CRP)?
Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville Inc. is a third-party debt collection agency based in Northfield, New Jersey. The company has operated for several decades and collects debts on behalf of creditors. According to the Better Business Bureau website, CRP has been in business for 52 years. 🔗 Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville Better Business Bureau
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company name | Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville Inc. |
| Founded | 1976 |
| Incorporated | New Jersey |
| Industry | Collection Agency (Except Real Estate) |
| Annual revenue | $462,646 (approx.) |
| Employee count | 7 |
| Primary contact | Steven Ortzman |
| Location | Northfield, New Jersey |
| Phone number | (609) 646-5100 |
Common Harassments By Recoveries of Pleasantville Collection
CRP may attempt to collect through:
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Repeated phone calls
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Collection letters or notices
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Credit bureau reporting
Debt collection itself is legal — harassment is not.
If CRP engages in any of the following tactics or fails to provide necessary legal services, you may have a case:
- Failing to notify you of your right to dispute the debt
When CRP May Be Violating the Law
You may have a case if CRP does any of the following:
- Calls repeatedly to pressure you
- Contacts you before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m.
- Discusses your debt with family, neighbors, or coworker.
- Threatens lawsuits or wage garnishment without legal basis
- Fails to send written debt validation
These actions may violate the FDCPA.
Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville Phone Numbers
Are you receiving any harassing phone calls from any of the following numbers?
- 📲 609-646-5100
- 📲 (609) 646-5100
- 📲 6096465100
If the answer is yes, then you are receiving calls from a known CRP number. You may be a victim of CRP phone harassment. The list above is not all the numbers that CRP uses. The calls can be from a different number and it still be Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville calling you. Contact our office right away so we can start the process to stop CRP from calling you illegally. Above all, no one should live with harassment!
Complaints Filed Against CRP
The following is a sample of complaints filed against CRP in the past and can be found on Pacer.gov.
2:03-cv-01717-TJS Johnston v. Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville.
As of 2026, there are no widely reported public lawsuits against Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville that show up in major legal news or public court summaries. However, CRP has been named in past FDCPA-related complaints and consumer attorney resources note that individuals have brought claims against the company for alleged violations of debt collection law — which means consumers should document everything and seek legal review if harassment continues.
What To Do If CRP Harasses You: Step-by-Step Guide
| Step | Action | Notes / Links |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Document everything | Write down calls, dates, times, phone numbers, save letters and emails |
| 2 | Request debt validation | Ask CRP in writing to prove the debt; must respond within 30 days |
| 3 | Send cease communication letter | Use certified mail and keep proof of delivery; CRP can only contact you for legal purposes |
| 4 | Check your credit report | Review Experian, TransUnion, Equifax for CRP-reported debts; dispute inaccuracies |
| 5 | File complaints | FTC: ftc.gov/complaint, CFPB: consumerfinance.gov/complaint, NJ AG: njoag.gov |
| 6 | Know your rights | Protected under FDCPA & TCPA; illegal harassment may allow up to $1,000 damages + attorney fees |
| 7 | Hire a consumer rights attorney | Can stop harassment, remove inaccurate debts, and pursue damages |
Conclusion
Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville is a legitimate agency, but legitimacy does not excuse illegal conduct. If you’re being harassed, misled, or pressured, federal law gives you tools to fight back.
You do not have to tolerate abusive collection tactics.
Know your rights. Document everything. Take action!
FAQs
1. Who is Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville (CRP)?
Collections & Recoveries of Pleasantville is a debt collection agency that attempts to collect on outstanding consumer obligations on behalf of original creditors or clients. Many consumers report frequent calls and alleged harassment by CRP.
2. What constitutes phone harassment by CRP?
Phone harassment by CRP may include repeated calls intended to annoy, use of threatening or abusive language, calling at odd hours, or using auto-dialers or prerecorded messages without consent.
3. How often can CRP legally call me?
Under federal law, debt collectors like CRP may not place repeated or continuous calls with the intent to harass you.
4. Can CRP contact me before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m.?
No. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act prohibits debt collectors from calling you before 8:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m. local time, unless you explicitly agree.
5. Can CRP call me at work?
They can, but only under limited circumstances. They may not identify themselves as a debt collector or disclose your debt to your employer or coworkers. If your employer does not allow personal calls, CRP must stop calling there.
6. What should I do to stop CRP from calling me?
You can send a written “cease communication” request, telling them to stop all calls. Once received, CRP can only contact you to inform that no further communication will occur or that they may take legally allowed action.
7. Can I dispute the debt CRP claims I owe?
Yes — you have 30 days from the initial notice to dispute the debt in writing. CRP must then provide verification before continuing collection.
8. What laws protect me from CRP phone harassment?
You are protected by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and, where applicable, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). These laws limit how and when CRP may contact you and prohibit harassment.
9. Can I sue CRP for phone harassment?
If CRP violates FDCPA or TCPA rules — for example, by repeated calls, threats, or contacting you after you asked them to stop — you may sue them in federal or state court and seek damages, attorney’s fees, and statutory penalties.
10. How can a consumer rights attorney help with CRP harassment?
A consumer rights attorney can write to CRP on your behalf to stop the calls, assess whether violations occurred, file complaints with regulatory agencies, and, if warranted, litigate to recover compensation for your damages.
About Us
Consumer Rights Law Firm, PLLC is a law firm that specializes in helping clients who are facing harassment from debt collectors in any form, including telephone communication. Rather than suffer alone, contact our office to begin the process to stop the CCCB Bureau harassment. Our office has been assisting consumers since 2010. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Our firm has extensive experience in handling cases involving the CCCB Bureau and its violations of consumer rights.
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If you are interested in learning more about how to safeguard yourself and prevent harassment from Certified Credit & Collection Bureau. call us at ☎️ (877)700-5790 for immediate assistance or visit our website at Consumer Rights Law Firm, PLLC.
