Residents in Polk County are being warned about fake court notices that claim to come from Florida county courts or related judicial offices. These counterfeit documents allege unpaid traffic or toll violations and demand immediate payment. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) confirms it will never contact you by text to request payment or threaten suspension or arrest.
If you receive a suspicious message:
- Do not click any links.
- Do not share personal or financial information.
- Report it to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
More details: flhsmv.gov/2026/03/24/flhsmv-warns-motorists-of-new-scam-alert…