‘Jury duty’ scam: How it works and what to watch out for
Summary
Scammers are pretending to be jury officials to trick people into giving them money. Local and federal authorities in the United States are warning the public to be careful about these fraudulent calls or messages.Key Facts
- The scam uses the idea of jury duty, which is a legal responsibility in the U.S.
- Scammers call or message people saying they failed to show up for jury duty.
- They threaten fines or arrest if money is not paid immediately.
- The scammers ask for payment through unusual methods like gift cards or wire transfers.
- Real jury summons come by mail, not by phone or email.
- Authorities advise not to share personal or financial information over the phone.
- People should report scam calls to local police or federal agencies.
- Jury duty scams are part of a wider trend of frauds exploiting public duties or fears.
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