Online Threat Alerts (OTA) - Alerting you to scams and frauds.
Scam text messages pretending to be the Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles (DVS/DMV) are targeting residents, claiming outstanding traffic tickets, suspended registration, or required payments. These are fake. Do not click links, provide personal info, or pay money; the state never sends texts regarding fines or tickets.
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