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Louisiana State Police (LSP) and the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) are alerting residents about another text message scam that can potentially steal personal information and charge unnecessary fees.
In the latest iteration of the scam, many Louisiana residents have received text messages claiming the recipient has an “outstanding traffic ticket” and must pay a fee or face repercussions, according to an LSP spokesperson.
The OMV recommends that customers ignore and delete such messages.
The Louisiana OMV offers the following tips to help residents avoid scams:
The Louisiana OMV does not send text messages or emails threatening prosecution for traffic or fee violations. To process legitimate online services safely and securely, Louisiana residents can visit the official OMV website at www.expresslane.org.

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