I need to turn off "Find MY IPhone" but can't activate my old broken phone or access it on ICloud.

Any suggestions? I am returning my phone to Verizon Insurance group and they will charge me $500 if I cannot turn it off.

Why can't you access it on iCloud. If Find My iPhone is turned on, then you should be able to access the device.
Cheers,
GB

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