Charleston, W.V. -- As scammers become more sophisticated, West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning the public about new and continuing scams circulating around the country.
- Scams play on fear and request immediate action.
- Scams rely on something you didn't know you owed, because you don't!
- Scams rely on confusion - some common themes of recent sams are unpaid parking violations or turnpike tolls. DMV does not collect these.
- Recent scams pretending to be DMV have arrived by text, but scams can be delivered on paper or by email. A recent scam claiming to be from Kanawha County Municipal Court even used the state seal.
- As scams become more sophisticated, they can look like real communications, so if you are unsure you can call DMV at (800) 642-9066 to verify if you received something susupicious claiming to be DMV.
Continued focus on making the public aware of scams is necessary as scams continue to evolve. Please share the word with family, co-workers and friends who may not be on social media or watching the news.
DMV’s website is dmv.wv.gov, and toll free phone number, again, is (800) 642-9066. DMV will always take the time to answer guests questions.