Fake traffic violation scam targeting Bay Area

The San Francisco District Attorney’s Office warns residents about a scam involving fake notices of traffic or toll violations. These messages may arrive by text or email and appear to come from the court with titles like “NOTICE OF HEARING – TOLL VIOLATION.” They ask people to pay court costs in advance through a link or QR code.

Officials confirm that courts do not send traffic notices by text or email. Residents should not click links, scan QR codes, or send payments. Anyone who receives such a message should contact the court directly to confirm that no case exists or payment is required…

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