06/03/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/03/2025 12:44
SCAM ALERT
Texting scams are firing up again.
The Linn County Treasurer's Office has received multiple reports from the public about phishing texts pretending to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles claiming the person owes tolls or fees and that enforcement penalties will begin soon if not paid immediately.
These texts are scams.
Remember - the Iowa DOT or DMV will never text you saying you owe money. If you receive one of these texts: