Tennessee officials warn of fake traffic violation notices sent statewide with QR codes

A scam disguised as an official court notice is circulating across Tennessee, prompting law enforcement to urge residents not to scan QR codes or call listed numbers.

Macon County, TN – A fraudulent “Notice of Hearing — Traffic Violation” is being mailed to residents across Tennessee, falsely claiming recipients owe fines or must appear in court, according to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. The document, ...