Colorado DMV Issues Urgent Warning on New Text Scam Threatening Prosecution and License Suspension

If you received a text message regarding a ticket or license suspension, please be advised that these are SPAM and Phishing attempts and are not communications from the DMV. Do not open or click on the link provided and delete this message!

It is critical for all Coloradans to understand: These messages are NOT from the Colorado DMV. The DMV does not initiate contact via unsolicited text messages and emails to demand payment for tickets or to threaten prosecution or suspension of privileges in this manner.

If you receive a suspicious text message claiming to be from the DMV:

• Do NOT click on any links. These links often lead to fake websites designed to steal your information.
• Do NOT share any personal or financial information. This includes your driver’s license number, Social Security number, credit card details, or banking information.
• Do NOT reply to the text message/email.

If you are concerned about the status of your driver’s license, vehicle registration, or any potential tickets, contact the Colorado DMV directly through its official website at dmv.colorado.gov or by phone at (303) 205-5600. Do not use any contact information provided in the suspicious message.

Anyone who receives one of these fraudulent messages is encouraged to report it to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov or the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov. Be sure to include the phone number or email that sent the message and the website linked in the text.

The Colorado DMV urges all residents to be extremely cautious and to share this warning with friends and family. Vigilance is key to protecting your personal information from these evolving scams.  To see an example of the Scam Text go to the following dmv link:

https://dmv.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-dmv-issues-urgent-warning-on-new-text-scam-threatening-prosecution-and listed at the bottom of the page.