Scammers in Fort Worth are posing as cops and court officials, aiming to scare people into paying fake fines or warrants over the phone.
The court's clerks would never ring you up for over-the-phone fees. "Fort Worth is a Safe Harbor Court, meaning residents can always visit a Fort Worth Municipal Court location without fear of arrest for outstanding warrants issued by the Fort Worth Municipal Court,” Director William Rumuly cautioned. If you're approached to fork over dough to avoid cuffs, it's a scam, according to the City of Fort Worth.
Don’t fall for threats about missed jury duty or sudden fees. You can reset jury duty for free by contacting the courthouse directly at 817-392-7633 or via email. If anything seems fishy, reach out to the Fort Worth Municipal Court at 817-392-6700 during regular hours or online. If you encounter suspicious activity, report it to the police at 817-392-4222.
