Nebraska DMV Scam Text

Scam Tactics

• False Claims: The texts falsely claim the recipient has unpaid traffic fines, toll violations, or issues with their driver's license.
• Urgency & Threats: Messages often use "Final Notice" language and threaten immediate penalties, such as license suspension, vehicle registration revocation, or legal prosecution.
• Fraudulent Links: Victims are pressured to click a suspicious URL to "pay" or "resolve" the issue. These links often lead to fake websites designed to harvest sensitive data.

Red Flags

• Unofficial Channels: The Nebraska DMV does not send unsolicited text messages or emails demanding immediate payment or threatening enforcement.
• Non-Government URLs: Official DMV sites end in .gov (e.g., dmv.nebraska.gov). Scam links often use different extensions like .vip, .win, or .biz.
• Incorrect Information: Scammers frequently cite incorrect state statutes or use international phone numbers (e.g., from the Philippines).
• No Tolls in Nebraska: Some messages reference unpaid tolls; however, the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has confirmed there are no toll roads in Nebraska.

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You Received a Text

1. Do Not Click: Never click links or provide personal/financial information in response to an unsolicited message.
2. Report the Scam:
   • Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM) to alert your carrier.
   • File a report at ReportFraud.ftc.gov or the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
3. Delete and Block: Mark the message as junk and block the sender's number.
4. Verify Independently: If you are concerned about a real fine, contact the DMV directly through their official contact page or visit the Nebraska Judicial Branch for legitimate court payments.