Beware Of Scam Demanding Money For Missed Jury Duty: Sheriff

CHARLOTTE, NC — If someone calls you and says you’ve missed jury duty, then demands payment, it’s a scam, the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office warned Wednesday.

“Please be aware of the continuing Jury Duty Scam,” MCSO said in a statement. “Do not give personal information or money to anyone who calls to report that you have missed jury duty.”

Court officers will never ask for payment, or for a social security number after a person fails to appear for jury duty, MCSO said.

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