CRISP COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - The Crisp County Sheriff’s Office (CRSO) is warning residents about a fraudulent “Notice of Traffic Citation Hearing – Toll Violation” circulating online and via text.

The fake notices threaten arrest, license suspension, or other charges and often include a QR code for payment. According to CRSO, Georgia courts do not send traffic citations this way.

CRSO advises:

• Do not scan QR codes
• Do not send money
• Do not provide personal information
• Contact the court directly using a verified phone number from their official website

Residents can contact the CRSO for help verifying notices and are encouraged to share this warning with friends and family to protect them.

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