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LA County Superior Court warns of jury duty scam. Here's what to look out for
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· August 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points People are receiving false messages claiming they missed jury service. Court officials are warning residents about a scam.
Court officials are warning residents about a scam. People are receiving false messages claiming they missed jury service. These messages often state that a warrant has been issued and threaten arrest. Officials stress that the court does not contact residents in this manner.
Residents are advised to be cautious of unexpected communications regarding jury service. These may come in the form of phone calls, emails, or text messages.
Further information about this scam is available, including details on what to look out for and how to protect oneself.
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Category: safety Published: August 22, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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