Consumer credit law reference
Pennsylvania Credit Dispute Laws
Pennsylvania requires CSO registration with the AG and prohibits advance fees, with treble damages available under the state Consumer Protection Law.
Primary state statute
Pennsylvania Credit Services Act
73 P.S. § 2181 et seq.
Regulator: Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection
What Pennsylvania adds on top of the federal FCRA
- •Registration + $50,000 bond
- •No advance fees
- •Treble damages via UTPCPL
- •5-day cancellation right
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Neighboring states
View all 50 statesThis page is general legal information, not legal advice. Statute numbers are current as of 2026 — verify before litigating. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a licensed attorney in Pennsylvania.