How to Spot and Avoid Parking Ticket Scams Targeting Drivers

Don’t Get Towed by a Text: The New Parking Ticket Scam Explained You receive a text or an email. The sender claims to be from the city or the DMV, stating you have an unpaid parking ticket and must pay immediately to avoid late fees or even a suspended license. The message feels urgent, maybe includes an official-looking logo, and provides a convenient link to “pay now.” ...

April 20, 2026 · 4 min · BriefArc Desk