Debt Collection Process

My car was scheduled to be repossessed. The repo man called me, IDed himself as State Police, and told me to ?

surrender my car or I would be arrested the next day. I was able to make my payment soon after that and keep my car but I'm still disturbed that the repo agent basically impersonated the police. Is that a legal debt collection technique?

Public Comments

1. Might if that was his "day" job?
2. No this is not a legal technique it is actually a felony. "It is a crime to falsely impersonate a police officer, a federal officer or employee, or any other public official. Although the laws vary from state to states, many states also consider it a crime to use equipment used by law enforcement officers, such as red and blue flashing lights. It also may be a crime to flash a fake police badge. Possession of a firearm also can enhance the penalty for false impersonation of a police officer. What are the Penalties for Impersonating a Police Officer? Depending on state law, impersonating a police officer may be considered either a felony or a misdemeanor. Punishments for impersonating a police officer include: Imprisonment up to five years (sometimes more) Fines (usually $1000 or more) Probation Permanent criminal record"