BMV Texts About Speeding Tickets? It’s a Scam!

🚗 BMV Texts About Speeding Tickets? It’s a Scam! 📱

Scammers are sending fake text messages claiming you owe money for a speeding ticket or traffic violation — supposedly from your local BMV or DMV. These messages often include a link to “pay now” or face legal consequences. But don’t click it — it’s a phishing attempt designed to steal your personal and financial information.

🔎 What These Scam Messages Look Like:

• Say you’ve been caught speeding or running a red light.

• Include a link to pay a fine immediately.

• Threaten legal action or license suspension if you don’t act fast.

• Pretend to be from your state’s BMV/DMV or traffic enforcement agency.

• Use urgent language like “Final Notice” or “Pay Now to Avoid Penalties.”

🛡️ How to Protect Yourself:

• Do not click links in unsolicited text messages about tickets or fines.

• Don’t provide personal or payment information via text.

• Visit your BMV/DMV’s official website directly if you want to check your driving record or tickets.

• Use caution — government agencies don’t send ticket notices via random text messages with payment links.

🧰 Helpful Resources:

• FTC: Got a text about unpaid tolls?

• FTC: That text about an overdue traffic ticket is probably a scam

• FCC: How to Spot and Avoid Toll Road Payment Scam Texts

📍 If You’ve Received One:

1. Do not click the links in the message.

2. Report to the FTC (ReportFraud.ftc.gov).

3. Block the number and consider forwarding the message to 7726 (SPAM).