Petersburg Bureau of Police ask that the public ignore the following message if received.
The text reads as follows:
Virginia DMV Urgent Final Notice: Enforcement Action Starts March 26th!
Our records indicate that you have an unpaid traffic ticket as of today. Under Virginia Code 15C-16.003, failure to settle this by March 25th, 2026, will result in severe consequences:
1. Entry into the DMV violation database
2. Suspension of your vehicle registration starting March 25
3. Suspension of driving privileges for 30 days
4. Mandatory payment of a 35% service fee at a toll booth
5. Potential prosecution and negative impact on your credit score
Act Now to Avoid Penalties:
https://virginia.atquz.life/dmv
Don’t wait! Pay immediately to prevent license suspension and further legal action.
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https://virginia.atquz.life/dmv