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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Get a text about Code 15C-16.003? Be careful. Georgia DDS warns of new scam to watch out for
The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) has alerted drivers about a new scam text circulating the state. The fraudulent message claims to be from the "Georgia State Department of Motor Vehicles"—a non-existent agency in Georgia—and threatens recipients with license suspension unless they pay an outstanding traffic ticket. The text message asserts that recipients owe money for an unpaid traffic violation and must settle the debt by a specified deadline to avoid severe consequences, including: Vehicle registration suspension A 30-day driving privilege suspension Potential prosecution This scam text even cites a fabricated "Georgia State Administrative Code" 15C-16.003 to appear legitimate. However, no such code exists in the state's legal framework. Georgians are urged to avoid clicking or responding to these messages. Instead, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at Residents can check their license status and access DDS services securely at Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@ This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: What is Georgia Code 15C-16.003? Watch out. It's the newest DMV text scam
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Georgia law enforcement warns of ‘DMV' scam text messages
GEORGIA (WJBF) – Georgia law enforcement authorities are warning residents of text messages claiming to be from a false state department. The message shown in the scam is below: Georgia State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Final Notice: Enforcement Penalties Begin on May 29. Our records show that as of today, you still have an outstanding traffic ticket. In accordance with Georgia State Administrative Code 15C-16.003, if you do not complete payment by May 28, 2025, we will take the following actions: 1. Report to the DMV violation database 2. Suspend your vehicle registration starting May 28 3. Suspend driving privileges for 30 days 4. Transfer to a toll booth and charge a 35% service fee 5. You may be prosecuted and your credit score will be affected Pay Now: Please pay immediately before enforcement to avoid license suspension and further legal disputes. (Reply Y and re-open this message to click the link, or copy it to your browser.) Law enforcement says to not click the link or respond to this message. 'This message is FAKE and designed to scare you into giving up your personal or financial information,' the Washington County Sheriff's Office said in an alert. 'Georgia doesn't have a 'State Department of Motor Vehicles' – it's called the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). Real agencies do not send threats via random text messages.' 'This is NOT how unpaid citations work and this is a scam,' the Grovetown Police Department said. 'If you are ever unsure, reach out to your local law enforcement for guidance.' If you're ever unsure about a ticket or your license status, go directly to the official site: Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
