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by Alex Kesler
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — Officials at the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) announced they are aware of scam text messages being sent to citizens across the state.
These scam texts claim the recipients have an unpaid traffic violation and threaten to suspend driving privileges unless payment is made.
The texts can include a link that imitates the SCDMV address and webpage.
SCDMV does not use text messages to collect unpaid traffic tickets, toll violations, or to threaten suspension.
The legitimate SCDMV webpage is at DMV.sc.gov — the SCDMV moved to a .gov address in January 2026.
The .gov web address offers additional assurance that you are on a valid government website.
Beware of deceptive links that will divert you to impostor websites.
Text messages or emails that ask for an immediate response are often used by scammers to push you to pay before you can become suspicious.
It's best to delete the scam text if you have received it, and spam texts can be reported to your mobile carrier by forwarding them to 7726 (SPAM).
If you believe you interacted with the scam text, officials say it’s best to monitor your bank and credit card accounts to watch for fraud.
You can also report scams and suspicious communications to the Federal Trade Commission.
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