Lemondes Issues Warning About DMV Text Messaging Scam
May 23, 2025
Assemblyman John Lemondes (R,C-LaFayette) is advising residents of the 126th Assembly District to be on the lookout for a text messaging scam involving the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Several residents have reported receiving a text message from an unknown number claiming to be the DMV regarding an outstanding traffic ticket. The text includes threats of prosecution along with a fraudulent payment link. Lemondes is urging residents not to interact with these scam texts or provide any personal information.
“This recent wave of fraudulent texts claiming to be from the DMV is disturbing and must be taken seriously,” said Lemondes. “My office is working with the authorities to ensure these messages are stopped quickly and effectively. I urge anyone who receives these communications not to respond and refrain from providing any personal or private information.”