Attorney General Phil Weiser is alerting Coloradans to be on the lookout for scams involving fake notices of missed jury duty. While jury duty scams are not new, local law enforcement has recently reported a rise in scammers using the tactic.

“I have great appreciation and respect for those who serve on juries, and it’s very troubling to see scammers weaponize jury duty as a tool for fraud. Coloradans need to know that no law enforcement agency or court will ever call, text, or email you about jury duty. If someone contacts you claiming to be a police officer or a courts employee, it’s a scam. If you are ever in doubt, call your county court directly on the phone number listed on their website. If you see a scam, or you’ve become the victim of a scam, report it at StopFraudColorado.gov.” – AG Weiser