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Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Consumer fraud, identity theft, antitrust, unfair business practices

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•Identity theft
•Scam or fraud
•False advertising
•Deceptive business practices

File your initial report at reportfraud.ftc.gov. The FTC uses its online portal as the primary intake channel. Use fax to send supporting documents once a complaint is opened.

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Subject: Formal Demand — [MATTER_DESCRIPTION]

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[TODAY_DATE]

To: [RECIPIENT_NAME]
    [RECIPIENT_ADDRESS]

Re: Formal Demand — [MATTER_DESCRIPTION]

Dear [RECIPIENT_NAME or "Sir or Madam"],

I am writing to formally demand [DEMAND — e.g., payment of $[AMOUNT], return of [PROPERTY], performance of [CONTRACT OBLIGATION], cessation of [CONDUCT]].

BACKGROUND
[FACTS — Describe the relevant facts in clear, chronological order. Include dates, amounts, agreements, and any prior attempts to resolve the matter.]

LEGAL BASIS
[LEGAL_CLAIM — State the legal basis for your demand. E.g., "Under our contract dated [DATE], you agreed to [OBLIGATION]. Your failure to perform constitutes a breach of contract." Or reference applicable law if known.]

DEMAND
Accordingly, I demand that you: [SPECIFIC_RELIEF]

I require your response and compliance no later than [DEADLINE — e.g., 14 days from the date of this letter].

If I do not receive a satisfactory response by the deadline, I will pursue all available legal remedies including, but not limited to, [REMEDIES — e.g., filing a complaint in [COURT], reporting to [AGENCY], seeking attorney's fees and costs].

This letter is sent as a formal notice and constitutes evidence of my demand. Please govern yourself accordingly.

Sincerely,

[SENDER_NAME]
[SENDER_ADDRESS]
[SENDER_PHONE]
[SENDER_EMAIL]

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