Fake Municipal Court message scam

We want residents to be aware of a recent scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming to be from the City of Friendswood Municipal Court demanding payment for traffic citations. 

While the court does send official text reminders about upcoming court dates and payment due dates, it will never demand immediate payment or use threatening language.

The court communicates through various methods, including mail, email, and text messages, to inform individuals about due dates or upcoming court appearances. The court may also place outgoing phone calls to return voicemails or request further documentation after receiving online submissions.

Here is an example of what a text from the court may look like: 

“CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD: MUNICIPAL COURT 

 Reminder you are scheduled for court on October 1, 2025 @ 6:30pm at.  The court is located at 1600 Whitaker Dr, Friendswood TX 77546. QUESTIONS? Want to resolve prior to court, or for more INFORMATION  Call 281-996-3252. NO Shorts or Tank Tops allowed in court.”

If you receive a suspicious message, DO NOT respond or click on any links. Instead, contact the Municipal Court directly at 281-996-3252to verify its authenticity.

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