Edward D. Swenson Chief Deputy Director | State of California DMV
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has issued a warning to customers about a fraudulent text message scam targeting individuals by requesting toll payments. These messages falsely claim to be from the DMV and attempt to extract personal and financial information from recipients.
To help the public avoid falling victim to such scams, the DMV advises against responding to unsolicited or suspicious texts. In cases of doubt, individuals should verify the source by contacting the DMV directly through official channels, and if necessary, reach out to the DMV customer service team at 800-777-0133 for assistance.
The DMV emphasizes the convenience and security of its online services, which can handle most transactions without the need for an in-person visit. Customers are encouraged to utilize these digital resources for assignments such as driver's license and vehicle registration renewals. Additionally, the DMV website features a Service Advisor to guide users on how to complete specific DMV-related tasks.
For those interested in going paperless, the DMV provides the option to receive vehicle registration and driver's license renewal notices electronically. To enroll, customers should create or sign in to a secure online account at dmv.ca.gov and select the paperless option.
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