This is a debt collector who threatened that I have criminal charges against me and that they can relieve that by collecting money. I have turned it into my states Attorney Generals office.

Actually,

Given that the collector seems to be ignoring the law, seeing an attorney is probably a smart choice.  Validation letters and cease and desist letters are not effective if the CA is a determined scofflaw operation.

That said, being educated about the law is still a good idea.  Since the link posted by "helper" appears to be broken, let me refer you to the most authoritative source for this information:

<http://www.ftc.gov/os/statutes/fdcpajump.shtm>

Go here to obtain the template for the DV letter and read more on your consumer rights under the FDCPA:

http://www.fair-debt-collection.com/Disputing ... ute-letter.html

This number is from Legacy Management and they are rude and obnoxious.  They also have the number 866-795-6989.  I have repeatedly asked them not to call my work number and they ignore my request.  I have also asked them to send me a written notice of this so called debt and they have also failed to do this.  I am in the process of contacting an attorney to help me with this matter.  I am tired of being harrassed.  They need to have laws in place to deal with these kind of people.  Any suggestions or help from anyone would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you