"Coercive tactics" refers to methods or actions that involve using force, threats, or pressure to make someone do something against their will or desire. Full definition
The cardholder may find that he or she has to deal with daily calls and visits from the debt collectors, which can be quite intimidating despite the fact that consumer protection agencies prohibit the use of harassment or coercive tactics by debt collection agencies. (investopedia.com)
Pressuring someone with psychogenic mutism to speak using punishment and other coercive tactics can increase anxiety and cause the mutism to last longer. (goodtherapy.org)
The FDCPA prohibits abusive or coercive tactics on the part of debt collectors when they are pursuing a debtor. (natlbankruptcy.com)