§ 58-70-90. Definitions. - North Carolina Statutes

Part 3. Prohibited Practices by Collecton Agencies Engaged in the Collection of Debtsfrom Consumers.

§ 58‑70‑90. Definitions.

As used in this Part, thefollowing terms have the meanings specified:

(1)        "Collectionagency" means a collection agency as defined in G.S. 58‑70‑15which engages, directly or indirectly, in debt collection from a consumer.

(2)        "Consumer"means an individual, aggregation of individuals, corporation, company,association, or partnership that has incurred a debt or alleged debt.

(3)        "Debt"means any obligation owed or due or alleged to be owed or due from a consumer. (1961,c. 782; 1971, c. 814, ss. 1‑3; 1979, c. 835.)