RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Nevada Secretary of State’s Office is warning Nevadans of scams during the shutdown.

They say that as the shutdown continues, scammers may be impersonating government officials, law enforcement, or financial experts.

Their scams involve digital assets along with social media and impersonation, with AI allowing for the creation of more convincing fakes.

“Scammers are always looking to take advantage of those in vulnerable situations - And as Nevadans feel the impacts of the federal government shutdown and changes to social services, we’re urging the public to be on alert,”said Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar. “Nevadans should be wary of any urgent requests and always verify who is asking for their money or personal information.”

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