Oklahoma Department Of Public Safety Scam

Signs of the Scam

• Fake Agency Names: Messages often claim to be from the "Oklahoma Department of Vehicles (DMV)" or "Oklahoma DMV". Note: Oklahoma does not have an agency with that name; the correct agency is Service Oklahoma or the Department of Public Safety.
• Urgent Threats: The texts typically claim you have an "outstanding traffic ticket" or "unpaid toll" and threaten immediate license suspension, vehicle registration revocation, or legal action if you don't pay by a fast-approaching deadline.
• Suspicious Links: They include a link to a fraudulent website (often using non-government domains like .top, .city, or .xyz) designed to steal credit card details or Social Security numbers.
• Fake Statutes: Some messages cite non-existent laws, such as "Oklahoma Motor Vehicle Code D508-12.083," to appear legitimate.

What You Should Know

• No Payment via Text: Legitimate Oklahoma state agencies, including DPS and Service Oklahoma, will never send a text message demanding immediate payment or asking for sensitive account information.
• Citation Payments: Traffic fines in Oklahoma are handled through the County Court Clerk's Office where the ticket was issued, not directly through the DPS via a random web link.
• Toll Payments: If you have questions about tolls, contact the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) directly at (405) 425-3600 or check your account on Pikepass.com.

Suspicious Message

1. Do Not Click: Avoid opening any links or downloading attachments in the message.
2. Report the Text: Forward the message to 7726 (SPAM) to alert your carrier.
3. File a Formal Report: Report the scam to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
4. Verify Directly: If you are unsure about a ticket, check your status at the official Service Oklahoma website or call DPS legit telephone number at (405) 425-2300.