Archive · 10 Jun 2025
Ohio BMV Warns of Text Scam Impersonating the BMV
The Ohio BMV is warning people about a text message scam.
Scammers are pretending to be the BMV and sending texts that say you have unpaid traffic tickets.
They threaten to suspend your driver's license if you don't pay right away.
These texts include links asking for your information and money.
The BMV says they will never ask for money or personal details via text.
If you get this message, don't click any links or reply.
Delete it and report the scam to protect yourself.
Ohio BMV warns of a text message scam targeting drivers.
Scam messages falsely claim to be from the BMV regarding unpaid traffic tickets.
The texts threaten license suspension and other penalties.
The BMV will never demand payment or personal info via text.
Authorities urge recipients to delete the messages and report the scam.
- Who
- Ohio BMV warns residents.
- What
- A text message scam impersonating the Ohio BMV.
- When
- Ongoing, with a recent warning issued.
- Where
- Ohio, and potentially other states.
- Why
- To steal personal and financial information.
- Impersonated Agency
- Ohio Department of Vehicles (BMV)
- Scam Threats
- Fake traffic tickets, license suspension threats
- Scam Action
- Demands immediate payment
- BMV Policy
- Never demands payment via text
- Reporting Website
- reportfraud.ftc.gov