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Beware new court-related parking violation text scam

Cummings Court House Baltimore City
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The Maryland Judiciary is warning Marylanders about a new text scam.

This scam tells victims they have a traffic violation and directs them to the Fayette Street Courthouse, which is currently closed.

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Here's an example of the scam:

If you get a text like this, DO NOT click the link, scan the QR code, or provide any personal or payment information.

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Maryland courts do not request this kind of information via text.

If you have a question about a potential scam like this, you can call the Office of the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division hotline at 410-528-8662 or toll-free 888-743-0023.