SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The San Diego Superior Court is warning the public about a new scam targeting residents through fraudulent text messages related to overdue traffic court fees.

According to court officials, the latest scheme involves scammers sending text messages that claim recipients owe traffic fines. The messages often threaten additional legal action if payments aren't made quickly through specific — and suspicious — methods.

This is the latest in a string of scams where individuals impersonate court officials or law enforcement to steal money from unsuspecting victims.

Recent scam attempts have included fake calls about missed jury duty or outstanding arrest warrants. In some cases, scammers posed as law enforcement officers, claiming the recipient had failed to appear in

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