Text from DMV Scam Messages - Beware Scamming - Fraud 0 0 3 0 Apr 21, 2026 2026-04-21T18:43:17-05:00 Apr 21, 2026 2026-04-21T18:48:34-05:00 Online Threat Alerts (OTA) A common DMV text scam involves fraudulent messages claiming you have an unpaid ticket, toll violation, or license suspension, demanding immediate payment via a link. These "smishing" (SMS phishing) attempts use urgent, threatening language, often containing misspellings, non-US country codes, or links that do not end in ".gov". Do not click links or reply; delete the message. Common Scam Texts"State of [State Name] Department of Vehicles Final Notice: Non-Payment Will Trigger Mandatory Penalties""Your license will be suspended if you do not pay your outstanding toll violation...""DMV Notice: Unpaid traffic ticket, please click here to resolve..."How to Spot a ScamThe DMV will not text you regarding fines, traffic tickets, or to ask for personal/payment information.Do not click links: These lead to fake websites designed to steal bank information.Report the message: Forward the scam text to 7726 (SPAM).Verify independently: If you are worried, contact your local DMV directly via their official website, not through the text link.If you provided personal information, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).