Parking Scam

Warning: New Parking Violation Scam Uses Fake Texts and QR Codes – How to Avoid It If you receive a text message claiming you have an unpaid parking fine and urging you to scan a QR code or click a link to pay immediately, do not respond. The North Carolina Department of Justice issued an alert in March 2025 warning drivers about a surge in this type of scam. While the alert specifically covers North Carolina, similar schemes have been reported in other states, and the pattern is likely to spread. ...

Phony Parking Tickets: How to Spot the New NC Scam If you get a text or email saying you owe money for a parking violation in North Carolina, think twice before clicking any link. The state’s Attorney General has issued a warning about a scam that’s circulating right now, and it’s designed to look like an official notice from local parking authorities. ...

New Parking Violation Text Scam: What to Do If You Get One If you’ve recently received a text message claiming you owe money for an unpaid parking ticket, you’re not alone. State attorneys general have been issuing fresh warnings about a scam that targets drivers by impersonating parking authorities. The message looks official, often includes the name of a real parking company, and demands immediate payment. But it’s a phishing attempt designed to steal your credit card information. ...

Don’t Get Duped by Fake Parking Tickets – A New Scam Is Targeting Drivers If you get a text or email saying you owe a parking fine and need to pay immediately, do not click the link. A wave of phishing scams is impersonating state DMVs and parking authorities, and the North Carolina Department of Justice has issued an official consumer alert. Similar schemes have appeared in other states, often following the launch of digital payment systems for parking or toll violations. Here is what you need to know to spot the fraud and protect your money. ...

New Parking Violation Scam Targets Drivers: How to Spot the Fake Ticket If you’ve parked in a public lot or on a street in North Carolina recently and returned to find a ticket on your windshield, you might want to take a second look before reaching for your wallet. The North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ) issued a consumer alert in March 2026 warning of a new parking violation scam that uses fake tickets to trick drivers into paying bogus fines. ...

Don’t Get Towed by a Fake Ticket: Spotting the New Parking Violation Scam If you drive in North Carolina, be careful about any urgent message claiming you owe money for a parking violation. According to a March 2026 alert from the state’s Department of Justice (NCDOJ), scammers are sending out fake parking tickets to trick drivers into paying up and handing over personal information. ...

Parking Ticket Alert: How to Spot a New Scam Targeting Drivers If you drive in North Carolina, be cautious about any urgent message claiming you owe money for a parking violation. The state’s Department of Justice has issued a warning about a new scam where fraudsters are sending fake parking ticket notices to steal money and personal information. ...

Don’t Get Parked by a Scam: How to Spot Fake Parking Tickets A new wave of fraud is targeting drivers, this time with a very specific and convincing hook: a fake parking violation notice. According to a March 2026 alert from the North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ), scammers are sending out fraudulent tickets or payment demands, hoping to catch people off guard and steal money or personal information. Whether you’re in North Carolina or elsewhere, understanding how this scam works is your first line of defense. ...

Don’t Get Parked by a Scam: How to Spot Fake Parking Tickets If you drive in North Carolina, be on alert. The state’s Department of Justice has issued a warning about a new wave of parking violation scams designed to trick drivers into paying fines that don’t exist. These cons are becoming more sophisticated, often using official-looking communications to create a false sense of urgency. Understanding how they work is your first line of defense. ...

Don’t Fall for the Fake Ticket: A New Parking Scam Hits North Carolina If you drive in North Carolina, be on high alert. The state’s Department of Justice recently issued a warning about a convincing new scam designed to trick drivers into paying for parking violations they never committed. This fraud is a timely reminder that scammers are constantly refining their tactics, and a moment of confusion can lead to real financial loss. ...