anerkendelse: what does it mean in Danish debt collection?
anerkendelse in English: acknowledgment
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Short answer
When the debtor expressly or by their conduct accepts the debt, for example by paying an instalment. Interrupts the limitation period.
Explanation
Under section 15 of the Limitation Act (forældelsesloven), the limitation period is interrupted when the debtor acknowledges the claim to the creditor. This can be in writing, for example in an email, or by conduct, such as paying an instalment or asking for more time to pay. Once the period is interrupted, a new period starts to run. Reminders and collection letters from the creditor, on the other hand, do not interrupt it on their own.
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Related terms
- forældelse limitation (time bar)
- afdragsordning instalment plan
- betalingspåkrav payment order
- CVR-nummer CVR number (company registration number)
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