Beware of Bogus Jury Duty Scam Targeting Marin County Residents, Says Sheriff’s Office
San Rafael, California – Residents of Marin County have been hit with a new phone scam targeting those who fail to show up for jury duty. The scammers pretend to be staff members of the Marin County Sheriff’s Office, making fraudulent claims that a warrant has been issued for not appearing in court. The scammers then demand payment for a “fine” or request payment through gift cards and other cashless methods. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office took to Facebook to warn residents about this scam, stating that law enforcement agencies would never make such demands. … Read more