Minnesota residents targeted by fake messages imitating Driver Vehicle Services

ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is warning Minnesotans to be wary of any text messages from the “DMV” and requesting immediate payment.

According to a news release from DPS, these fake messages claim to be from agencies such as the “Minnesota Department of Motor Vehicles” or “DPSMN” and request immediate payment in regard to outstanding traffic tickets. The messages state that if payment is not received, a number of actions may be taken, including suspending driving privileges for 30 days or revoking vehicle registration.

The Department of Public Safety advises those who have received these messages not to open any links to avoid having any personal information stolen.

“DPS and its Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) division will never send texts about outstanding