Scam Alert: Fraudulent texts impersonate the Colorado DMV

The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is alerting Coloradans to a new wave of fraudulent messages. Scammers are now directly impersonating the DMV, falsely claiming recipients have unpaid tickets and threatening severe consequences such as prosecution, suspension of vehicle registration, and revocation of driving privileges. These claims are entirely false and designed to intimidate individuals into immediate compliance.

It is critical for all Coloradans to understand:These messages are NOTfrom 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 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 message.

Please visit the Colorado Department of Revenue's Fraud Alerts/Scams webpage to learn more about fraudulent texts.

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 text.