Beware Of 'Quishing' Scams Bearing Malicious QR Codes Disguised Court Notices

COOK COUNTY—The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County is warning residents to beware of text messages bearing malicious QR codes. The fraudulent notice is falsely presented as an official communication involving an alleged parking violation.

Residents should not scan the QR code, should not submit payment through any unsolicited link, and should not share personal or financial information in response to this notice.

The Clerk’s Office reminds the public that official case information, court notices and payment options should only be verified through official court channels, including the Circuit Court of Cook County’s website or by contacting the Clerk’s Office directly.

Anyone who receives one of these fraudulent notices is encouraged to report it to local law enforcement and the Illinois Attorney General’s Office.

The Clerk’s Office will continue working to help residents identify scams that misuse the name of the court system.