ny-dmv-26-92173 Scam Text

About the Scam

• The Message: Texts often claim you have an outstanding traffic ticket, unpaid fine, or that your driver's license is about to be suspended.
• The Goal: To trick you into clicking a link that leads to a fake website, where you are asked to enter your driver’s license number, Social Security number, and credit card details.
• The Tactics: Scammers use high-pressure, urgent language, often threatening a "35% service fee" or immediate license suspension to provoke quick action.
• Fake Websites: The links often use "ny" and "dmv" to look legitimate, but they do not end in ".gov" (e.g., they may end in .org, .cc, or other variations).

Received a Text

• DO NOT click the link.
• DO NOT reply to the text message.
• Delete the message immediately.
• Verify directly: If you are worried about a ticket, check your status only through the official dmv.ny.gov website.
• Report the scam: You can report it to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov or email the NY DMV at dmv.sm.phishingattacks@dmv.ny.gov.