{"id":7637,"date":"2023-08-06T14:57:23","date_gmt":"2023-08-06T14:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.credit-score.com\/blog\/?p=7637"},"modified":"2023-08-06T16:32:01","modified_gmt":"2023-08-06T16:32:01","slug":"owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Owe money to Jacobs Bailiffs? How to Stop Them!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you received a letter or visit from Jacobs bailiffs? The Swansea Civil Justice Centre authorises them to collect debts for their clients as a bailiff and debt collection company. If Jacobs has contacted you, please contact us for free, confidential, and independent debt advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will thoroughly examine all possible options to prevent the bailiff from taking additional steps. However, you need to take prompt action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You mustn&#8217;t allow Jacobs into your home, regardless of their explanation. Please contact us promptly, and we will attempt to handle the situation for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What&#039;s Included?<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Your_rights\" >Your rights:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Bailiffs_may_also_be_known_as\" >Bailiffs may also be known as:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Do_you_need_help_with_Jacobs_Enforcement\" >Do you need help with Jacobs Enforcement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#How_can_Credit-Score_help_me\" >How can Credit-Score help me?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Will_Jacobs_Enforcement_come_to_my_house_to_collect_debts\" >Will Jacobs Enforcement come to my house to collect debts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Heres_how_we_can_help_with_Jacobs_Enforcement\" >Here\u2019s how we can help with Jacobs Enforcement:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#What_rights_do_Jacobs_Enforcement_Agents_have\" >What rights do Jacobs Enforcement Agents have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Jacobs_Enforcement_Agents_can_exercise_the_following_rights\" >Jacobs Enforcement Agents can exercise the following rights:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#What_rights_do_I_have_against_Jacobs_Bailiffs\" >What rights do I have against Jacobs Bailiffs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#They_can_not_harass_you\" >They can not harass you.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Jacobs_Bailiffs_cannot_speak_to_your_family_friends_or_neighbours_about_your_debts\" >Jacobs Bailiffs cannot speak to your family, friends or neighbours about your debts.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Jacobs_Bailiffs_cannot_pretend_that_they_have_powers_that_they_do_not_possess\" >Jacobs Bailiffs cannot pretend that they have powers that they do not possess.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Is_Jacobs_Enforcement_legit\" >Is Jacobs Enforcement legit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/owe-money-to-jacobs-bailiffs-how-to-stop-them\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-your-rights\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_rights\"><\/span><strong>Your rights:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bailiffs are not allowed to enter your property by pushing past you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additionally, they are prohibited from entering your property from 9pm to 6am.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s important to note that they can only enter through a door.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t pay your debts on time, an enforcement agent may collect payments at your home. These agents usually seek to collect unpaid parking fines, court fines, council tax arrears, CCJs, and family court judgments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bailiffs-may-also-be-known-as\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bailiffs_may_also_be_known_as\"><\/span><strong>Bailiffs may also be known as:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Civilian enforcement officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>County court and family court bailiffs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High court enforcement officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificated enforcement agents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-you-need-help-with-jacobs-enforcement\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_help_with_Jacobs_Enforcement\"><\/span><strong>Do you need help with Jacobs Enforcement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you been receiving correspondence from Jacobs? Are they sending these letters to your home or work address? Have they contacted you through text messages or by calling your home and mobile phone at different times of the day? Additionally, have you noticed that Jacobs uses multiple phone numbers, some of which may display local numbers to your area?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-credibble-help-me\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_Credit-Score_help_me\"><\/span>How can Credit-Score help me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dealing with debt can be overwhelming, especially when debt collectors or bailiffs are involved. Don\u2019t panic! The Credit-Score Team is here to help. We can help you to stop proceedings and reduce the cost of your debt for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/debtsolution.credit-score.com\/register\">unique debt solution<\/a> service partnered with Equifax, a world leader providing consumer credit report data. This means we have instant access to all your major debt without you having to search through your paperwork. Furthermore, we\u2019re supported by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.natwest.com\/business\/business-services\/entrepreneur-accelerator.html\">Natwest Accelerator Programme<\/a> for business and have a multiyear relationship with the organisation. Our extensive and unique personal finance knowledge goes far beyond debt solutions &#8211; so you can trust that you are in safe hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-will-jacobs-enforcement-come-to-my-house-to-collect-debts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Jacobs_Enforcement_come_to_my_house_to_collect_debts\"><\/span><strong>Will Jacobs Enforcement come to my house to collect debts?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs may have hired field agents to come to your home and talk about the supposed debt. These visits can be very upsetting not only for you but also for your family. This approach can hurt your mental and physical well-being and those around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs uses these common tactics to contact individuals who owe them money. This can continue if you don&#8217;t hire a debt company to represent you. As a professional independent debt website, we have dealt with creditors like Jacobs for a long time. We know their tactics and can assist you in stopping them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs and other creditors use customer relationship management systems to manage their debtors. They may follow a profit-oriented debt process that is sometimes viewed as aggressive. Documentaries and news articles have criticised the heavy-handed tactics of debt collectors and bailiffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government has reduced some of its powers but still relies on intimidation as its primary tactic. Jacobs may contact you through an introductory phone call and letter to explain their pre-action protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typically, you will receive a written letter explaining the total debt amount, associated charges or penalties, and a specific deadline to repay the debt. The letter will also outline the consequences of failing to pay the debt in full:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These steps usually involve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A home visit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jacobs issue a <a href=\"http:\/\/credit-score.com\/blog\/debt-collectors-2\/what-is-a-county-court-judgement-ccj\/\">county court judgement<\/a> (CCJ) if you fail to repay the debt within this slim deadline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The threat of bankruptcy (usually if the debt is abo \u00a3750).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s common for credit providers, including Jacobs, to send letters like this. Don&#8217;t take it personally. Seek help as soon as possible. If Jacobs has contacted you, contact us immediately, and we&#8217;ll do our best to handle the situation for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-s-how-we-can-help-with-jacobs-enforcement\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heres_how_we_can_help_with_Jacobs_Enforcement\"><\/span><strong>Here\u2019s how we can help with Jacobs Enforcement:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you first reach out to us, you&#8217;ll find that our employees have extensive experience working with creditors like Jacobs. We are one of the largest debt websites in the UK and take pride in handling many debt-related inquiries with empathy, effectiveness, and speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We ask all our customers to leave reviews, and some have provided in-depth feedback on how we have assisted them and how it has drastically transformed their lives in a short amount of time. We encourage you to read these reviews and see them for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our company offers different debt solutions and works with various debt companies. Rest assured that we can help you find the most suitable debt solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since we are not exclusive to any company, we can strive to ensure that you only repay the necessary minimum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-rights-do-jacobs-enforcement-agents-have\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_rights_do_Jacobs_Enforcement_Agents_have\"><\/span><strong>What rights do Jacobs Enforcement Agents have?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies that collect overdue council tax or any other debts from customers must comply with strict codes of conduct. However, some of these companies still rely on intimidating tactics, often demonstrated by male field agents who are physically imposing and assertive in their mannerisms. We believe these practices should be further regulated to ensure customers are treated fairly and respectfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In reality, companies like Jacobs prioritize collecting as much debt payment as possible rather than prioritising the well-being of debtors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- CTA 3 - Write Off -->\n<style>\n  \/* For CTA *\/\n\n  .write-wrap {\n    background-image: url('https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/images\/landing_page\/bg-cta-writeoff.png');\n    background-repeat: no-repeat;\n    background-position: bottom right;\n    background-size: 40% auto;\n  }\n\n  .landing-signup .container .write-wrap {\n    background-color: #41ac86;\n    min-height: 334px;\n    padding-left: 8rem;\n    padding-right: 8rem;\n    color: #fff\n  }\n\n  .landing-signup .container .left p {\n    margin-bottom: 3rem;\n    font-size: 25px;\n    font-weight: bold;\n  }\n\n  .landing-signup .container .bloks {\n    padding: 0 1rem;\n    width: 189px;\n  }\n\n  .landing-signup 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w-100\">\n        <div class=\"bloks d-flex justify-content-center flex-column align-items-center\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/images\/landing_page\/icon-cta-writeoff-piggybank.svg\" alt=\"help\" class=\"feature-img\" style=\"width: 55px;\">\n          <p class=\"text-center mb-0 mt-2\" style=\"white-space:pre-line\">Avoid <br> bankruptcy<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bloks d-flex justify-content-center flex-column align-items-center\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/images\/landing_page\/icon-cta-writeoff-telp.svg\" alt=\"help\" class=\"feature-img\">\n          <p class=\"text-center mb-0 mt-2\" style=\"white-space:pre-line\">Stop pestering calls from creditors<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"bloks d-flex justify-content-center flex-column align-items-center\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/images\/landing_page\/icon-cta-writeoff-money.svg\" alt=\"help\" class=\"feature-img\">\n          <p class=\"text-center mb-0 mt-2\" style=\"white-space:pre-line\">One affordable monthly payment<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"right\">\n        <a class=\"btn btn-lg btn-white text-uppercase px-4\" href=\"https:\/\/debtsolution.credit-score.com\/register\" onclick=\"ga('send', 'event', 'Blog', 'CTA-3');\">\n          Check if you qualify\n        <\/a>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jacobs-enforcement-agents-can-exercise-the-following-rights\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jacobs_Enforcement_Agents_can_exercise_the_following_rights\"><\/span><strong>Jacobs Enforcement Agents can exercise the following rights:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They can send letters to any address they believe you reside at, even if you haven&#8217;t given them your new address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They can call the phone numbers that they think you have access to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They can visit you at your home or appoint representatives to see you there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to your original agreement, they can apply charges, interest, and penalties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They may have the \u201cright to offset\u201d. This situation arises when you have a debt owed to a bank, but at the same time, you have funds deposited in the same bank. For instance, if you have both a credit card and a current account with the bank.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you do not pay on time, they may register a default on your credit report. You may be notified in advance, but ruins can still occur rapidly. Having bankruptcy listed on your credit file is highly detrimental to your credit score and can hinder your ability to obtain credit later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jacobs can apply for a county court judgement (CCJ). Having a CCJ registered on your credit file can severely damage your credit rating and make it difficult for you to obtain credit in the future.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They can issue a statutory demand if your debt is over \u00a35000. The initial step in filing for bankruptcy is to hire a legal representative, typically a solicitor, to represent you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-rights-do-i-have-against-jacobs-bailiffs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_rights_do_I_have_against_Jacobs_Bailiffs\"><\/span><strong>What rights do I have against <\/strong>Jacobs Bailiffs<strong>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a resident of the United Kingdom, you have specific rights meant to ensure the safety and well-being of you and your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-they-can-not-harass-you\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"They_can_not_harass_you\"><\/span><strong>They can not harass you.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The creditor can contact you multiple times, but they must not harass you, and what is considered reasonable is not clearly defined. You cannot use this as an excuse to avoid paying your debt. You can ask them to communicate with you only in writing if you prefer, but you need to respond promptly to their letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jacobs-bailiffs-cannot-speak-to-your-family-friends-or-neighbours-about-your-debts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jacobs_Bailiffs_cannot_speak_to_your_family_friends_or_neighbours_about_your_debts\"><\/span><strong>Jacobs Bailiffs cannot speak to your family, friends or neighbours about your debts.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is in line with UK data protection laws. If Jacobs contacts someone else on your behalf, they must first obtain your written permission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jacobs-bailiffs-cannot-pretend-that-they-have-powers-that-they-do-not-possess\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jacobs_Bailiffs_cannot_pretend_that_they_have_powers_that_they_do_not_possess\"><\/span><strong>Jacobs Bailiffs cannot pretend that they have powers that they do not possess.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creditors used to create fake court documents in the past. However, a new law has been enacted to prohibit this practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-jacobs-enforcement-legit\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Jacobs_Enforcement_legit\"><\/span><strong>Is Jacobs Enforcement legit?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs is not registered as a limited company with Companies House Listing in England and Wales. Instead, they operate as a debt recovery business managed by sole traders named Simon Jacobs and Paula Jacobs. Jacobs&#8217; address can be found at 6 Europa Boulevard Birkenhead Merseyside England CH41 4PE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">Do I have to let Jacobs bailiffs in?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the UK government website, you usually do not have to open your door to a bailiff or let them in. Bailiffs cannot enter your home by force, for example, by pushing past you if only children under 16 or vulnerable people (with disabilities, for example) are present between 9pm and 6am through anything except the door.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">What can Jacobs bailiffs do?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs Enforcement Agents (previously called bailiffs) hold a certificate granted by a judge at the county court, which allows them to carry out enforcement action. The Ministry Of Justice Jacobs regulates them to provide Enforcement and Debt Collection Services for 203 local authorities in England and Wales.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">How do I get rid of Jacob&#8217;s bailiffs?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to remove Jacob&#8217;s bailiffs, you can pay the money you owe before they visit. If you think a bailiff might visit you to collect debts, you can stop this by delivering the money you owe. Get advice about how to pay your debt from whoever you owe money to as soon as possible. Find out what to do if you have a debt that you cannot pay.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">Who do Jacobs collect for?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacobs provide Enforcement and Debt Collection Services for 203 local authorities in England and Wales.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">What happens if I have nothing for bailiffs to take?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have nothing for bailiffs to take, they will leave empty-handed. However, they may return later if they believe there may be something of value in your home.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">Can bailiffs come if you have mental health?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have mental health problems or are seriously ill, you may be able to get extra time to make a payment or get debt advice if you\u2019re a vulnerable person.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-6-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">Can bailiffs take a bed?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-6-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bailiffs cannot take essential household items such as beds and clothing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-7-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">Do bailiffs watch your house?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-7-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bailiffs may watch your house, but they cannot enter it without permission.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-8-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">How many times can a bailiff visit?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-8-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no limit on how many times a bailiff can visit, but they must act within the law and not harass or intimidate you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-9-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">How long will a bailiff wait outside your house?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-9-08d7b063-f3a7-4d36-a10e-4a1787768255\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The UK government website does not specify how long a bailiff will wait outside your house.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you received a letter or visit from Jacobs&#8217; 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