The California DFPI issued a bulletin regarding the 2026 - 2027 annual assessment invoiced to debt collectors, warning of penalties for non-compliance.
What changed
Annual assessments under the DCLA must be paid to avoid penalties.
Compliance perspective
Debt collectors must complete payment for the annual assessment to maintain operational licenses.
Key date
Effective date: October 1, 2026.
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