IMPORTANT

REAL ID-compliant identification is now required to fly within the U.S. If you have a passport (or other REAL-compliant document), and are not due to renew your driver license or ID card, you do not need to upgrade right away.

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Phishing Attacks

Phishing Examples

The best way to protect yourself from a phishing attack is to be aware and vigilant

Phishing Examples

Alert

DMV is aware of recent phishing messages about non-payment of E-ZPass tolls or fines, and enforcement penalties for outstanding traffic tickets. If you receive one of these messages, do not reply or click on any links.

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Recent examples include emails and text messages asking recipients to update their personal information for expiring government documents. We encourage you to remain vigilant and to use caution to protect your data. Remember that if the message does not feel right, chances are it is not.

Do not click on any links
Do not provide any personal information

See more information about phishing attempts and how to report them.

The examples below are NOT from the New York State DMV.

Outstanding Traffic Ticket Phishing Examples

First reported on 7/7/2025

Screenshot of Final Compliance Reminder Phishing Text Message about an Unpaid Traffic Ticket

First reported on 5/22/2025

Screenshot of Phishing Text Message about an Outstanding Ticket

E-ZPass Phishing Examples

First reported on 4/16/2025

First reported on 3/28/2025

phishing text message

First reported on 3/27/2025

Past Examples

First reported on 7/13/2021

Phishing message saying it is from the cybervalidation system

First reported on 6/30/2021

Phishing message

First reported on 6/17/2021

Phishing message

First reported on 5/25/2021

Phishing message

First reported on 4/19/2021

Phishing message

Phishing message

Phishing message