Multiple US Counties Warn Residents of Widespread Jury Duty Payment Scams

Multiple law enforcement agencies across various regions are warning residents about a widespread jury duty scam involving fraudulent calls, emails, and texts claiming recipients missed jury duty and must pay fines immediately. These scams often pressure victims to make payments through digital wallets such as CashApp and Venmo, a clear indicator of fraud. Authorities, including the San Marcos Police Department, St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller, and Dearborn County Sheriff's Office, emphasize that official communications regarding jury duty will never demand payment via phone, email, or text, and will always be sent through U.S. Mail. Residents are urged to avoid clicking suspicious links, never share personal or financial information, and report any such scam attempts to local authorities promptly. The consistent message is to hang up on calls, ignore digital payment requests, and verify any jury duty notices through official mail channels to avoid falling victim to these scams. These warnings highlight the increasing use of digital platforms by scammers to exploit civic duties for financial gain.