Got a text message from the New York DMV lately? Odds are it’s likely a scam.

Officials are warning New Yorkers to keep their eyes peeled on the latest phishing scam circling the rounds right now , fronting as text messages from the NY DMV.

The texts are subjected around demands to pay traffic tickets, and even pose the “threat” of suspending vehicle registrations, licenses, and more.

“These scammers flood phones with these texts, hoping to trick unsuspecting New Yorkers into handing over their personal information,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder.

“DMV will not send you texts asking for your personal information.”

What are scam phishing texts and what do they look like?

Phishing texts are fake messages meant to steal your personal information or trick you into download

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