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Description
The text message sent includes a State of CA Department of Motor Vehicles logo and the following message: California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Final Notice: Enforcement Penalties begin August 1. According to our records, your traffic citation is yet unpaid. Per California Law 15C-16.003, if unresolved by July 31, 2025, the penalties outlined will be enacted: 1. Violation entered into DMV records 2. Suspension of your vehicle registration on August 1 3. 30-day suspension of driver's license 4. Debt transferred to collections (+35% charge) 5. Possible court action and credit damage Pay immediately here: https://cutt.ly/ZruUiCvU
Targeted Person's Location
CA, USA- 95949
Scammer Information
Unknown Location
Unknown Email
(301) 767-7379
Unknown URL
Scam Type
Phishing
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Business name
State of California Department of Motor Vehicle
Date Reported
July 30, 2025
Scam ID
1026718
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