Jury Duty Scam

⚠️ Beware: Scammers Are Pretending to Be Jury Officials Online

Scammers are using fake websites to trick people into thinking they missed jury duty. Then they demand money or personal information. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself:

🕵️ What the Scam Looks Like:

• You might get a phone call, email, or text saying you missed jury duty.
• The scammer might send you to a website that looks official — like it belongs to your local court or sheriff’s office.
• The fake website may ask you to confirm your name, address, or Social Security number — or even pay a "fine."

❗ But Here's the Truth:

• Courts do not call or text to demand money or personal information.
• Real jury duty messages come by mail, not phone, text, or email.
• No court will ever ask for payment over the phone, online, or with gift cards or wire transfers.

✅ How to Protect Yourself:

1. Hang up if someone calls about jury duty and demands personal info or money.
2. Don’t click on links in unexpected texts or emails. They may lead to fake websites.
3. Don’t trust caller ID — scammers can fake numbers to look official.
4. If you’re unsure, contact your local court directly using a trusted phone number or website.

📞 Report the Scam:

If you think a scammer contacted you, report it to the FTC at:
ReportFraud.ftc.gov

* Source: https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/08/scammers-are-using-fake-websites-twist-jury-duty-scams