The Maryland Judiciary has issued a warning about a new email scam targeting residents by falsely claiming they have missed jury service. The fraudulent emails instruct recipients to click on a link for more information, posing as a notification from the "Clerk to the Court" with a "final notice" regarding jury duty.
This phishing attempt has been reported primarily in Prince George’s County but may also be affecting other areas. The judiciary emphasizes that Maryland courts do not notify individuals about missed jury service via email.
Recipients of such emails are advised to delete them immediately without replying or clicking on any links or attachments. These scams often aim to install malware, harvest sensitive data, and potentially allow hackers remote access to devices.
The judiciary reminds the public that courts do not request payments or personal information through calls or emails and never solicit credit card or PayPal payments this way. For verification of court communications, individuals should contact their local District Court or Circuit Court using contact details available in the Maryland Judiciary's directory.
Those affected by this scam can reach out to the Office of the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division at 410-528-8662 or toll-free at 888-743-0023, along with contacting local law enforcement.
Further details on similar scams can be found in news releases on the Maryland Judiciary’s website.