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 Scam: How to Spot Fake Tickets and Avoid Being Duped Parking tickets are a common frustration, but a newer scam adds a layer of risk. State officials in North Carolina recently warned drivers about a spike in fake parking violation notices—both physical tickets left on windshields and digital messages sent via text or email. While the alert originated there, the tactics are identical to ones cropping up nationwide. Understanding how these scams work and knowing a few verification steps can save you money and protect your personal information. ...
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. ...
New Parking Violation Scam Targets North Carolina Drivers: What to Know If you’ve parked in a lot or on a street in North Carolina recently, watch for a text message claiming you owe a parking fine. The state’s Attorney General issued a warning on March 25, 2026, about a rising scam that uses fake parking violation notices sent by text. The messages include links or QR codes that lead to fraudulent payment sites designed to steal your credit card information or money. ...
How to Spot and Avoid the New Parking Ticket Scam If you drive, your inbox or phone is likely familiar with messages about appointments, deliveries, or toll charges. Scammers are banking on that familiarity with a new scheme designed to catch you off guard: fake parking violation notices. ...
A New Wave of Fake Parking Tickets: How to Protect Yourself If you receive a sudden text or email about an unpaid parking ticket, take a deep breath before you react. The North Carolina Department of Justice has issued a consumer alert warning drivers about a sophisticated new scam. Criminals are sending fraudulent parking violation notices, hoping to panic you into handing over money and personal information. ...
Watch Out for Text Messages About Unpaid Parking Tickets If you drive in North Carolina, be extra careful about text messages claiming you have an unpaid parking ticket. The state’s Department of Justice has issued a consumer alert warning of a new scam where fraudsters pose as official agencies to steal your money and personal information. ...
Watch Out for Fake Parking Ticket Texts: What You Need to Know If you receive a text message demanding payment for a parking ticket you don’t remember getting, don’t rush to click the link. North Carolina officials have issued a warning about a new text message scam designed to trick drivers into handing over money and personal information. ...
That Text About Your Parking Ticket? It Might Be a Scam. If you’ve ever hurried back to your car, heart sinking at the sight of a ticket on the windshield, you know the feeling. Now, scammers are exploiting that very anxiety through a new wave of fake parking violation notices. According to a recent consumer alert from the North Carolina Department of Justice, drivers are being targeted with deceptive texts and emails designed to steal money and personal information. While the warning originates in North Carolina, this scam is a template that can—and does—appear anywhere. ...
Got a Text About a Parking Ticket? It Might Be a Scam If you’re a driver, few things are more irritating than finding a parking ticket on your windshield. Now, scammers are exploiting that frustration digitally. According to a recent alert from the North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ), drivers are being targeted by a new wave of text-based parking violation scams. These messages are designed to create panic and trick you into paying a fine that doesn’t exist or, worse, into handing over your personal and financial information. ...