The Montana Department of Justice is warning of fraudulent text messages pretending to be the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), demanding payment for fake traffic tickets, tolls, or registration fees. These scams, often sent from foreign numbers, pressure victims with threats of fines or suspension, frequently containing links to phishing websites.
Scam Sample
This is an automated message from the Montana Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Fine enforcement commences March 7th.
Our automated system has detected an unresolved traffic fine under your identification. Pursuant to Montana Administrative Code 16C-16.003, failure to remit payment by March 6th, 2026 will result in:
1. Submission of the violation to the state's official DMV record system.
2. Revocation of your vehicle registration effective March 7th.
3. Thirty-day suspension of your driver's license.
4. Application of a 35% service fee at the time of payment.
5. Possible legal ramifications and damage to your credit profile.
Please process your payment immediately through our portal:
https//mvdmt. com-shms.top/gov
Failure to act will result in automatic license suspension.
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Details of the Scam
- Method: Fraudulent SMS/texts that may read, "The Toll Roads Notice of Toll Evasion: You have an unpaid toll bill on your account".
- Threats: Scammers use urgent language, threatening increased fees, or vehicle registration suspension if not paid immediately.
- Red Flags: Messages from non-U.S. phone numbers, poor grammar, and requests for payment via a provided link.
- Reality: The Montana MVD does not send text messages requesting payment or personal information.
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