Be aware of fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the DMV

COLORADO (KOAA) — The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) says to be aware of fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

**SCAM ALERT** We've been made aware of a fraudulent text message claiming to be from the "Colorado Department of Vehicles (DMV)". The Colorado DMV will never text you about tolls or tickets. If you receive a suspicious text, don’t click on any links and do not share personal or… pic.twitter.com/gyvEoGiZTw

— Colorado State Patrol (@CSP_News) June 4, 2025

CSP says the Colorado DMV will never text you about tolls or tickets. If you receive a suspicious text, you are asked not to click any links and not to share any personal or financial information.

If you believe you've fallen victim to one of these texts, you are asked to do the following:

• Immediately change your passwords for any accounts that may have been compromised. 
• Contact your bank or financial institution to report the incident and take any necessary steps to protect your accounts, such as freezing them or monitoring for suspicious activity. 
• Consider a fraud alert or credit freeze. To start layering protection, you might want to place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file with all three of the primary credit bureaus. This makes it harder for fraudsters to open new accounts in your name.
• Stay Vigilant. Fraud, especially identity theft, might not be immediately apparent. It is vital to keep your finger on your financial pulse in the coming weeks and months.

For more information on these fraudulent text messages, visit the Colorado DMV's website.

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