Consumer credit law reference

Wisconsin Credit Dispute Laws

Wisconsin requires CSOs to register with the DFI and prohibits advance fees, with a 5-day contract cancellation right.

Primary state statute

Wisconsin Credit Services Organizations Act

Wis. Stat. § 422.501 et seq.

Regulator: Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions

What Wisconsin adds on top of the federal FCRA

  • DFI registration
  • No advance fees
  • 5-day cancellation right
  • Private right of action

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This 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 Wisconsin.

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