Friday, June 13, 2025
SCAM ALERT
‼️ 🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 ‼️
The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is cautioning the public to beware of text messages that allege to be from the RMV that request payment or other information.
The practice, also known as smishing, can involve messages stating the RMV will take action against an individual due to unpaid fees.
“If you receive any kind of message telling you to make a payment or that you need to act quickly, do NOT click the link. The RMV will never text you looking for payment,” said Registrar of Motor Vehicles Colleen Ogilvie. “Scammers will often convey urgency to manipulate you. If you need to perform a Registry
transaction online, be sure to only use Mass.Gov/RMV.”
A wave of current text messages circulating warns of traffic ticket
enforcement and that immediate action must be taken to avoid license
suspension and vehicle registration revocation and impact to one’s credit score. The texts referred to a false regulation that allows for this enforcement action. These texts are being customized with dates and different states and can include the word “Massachusetts” to trick individuals into immediate
payment.
Scammers will sometimes create links that mimic the names and URLs of official websites.
Customers should only use Mass.Gov/RMV for online RMV services.
