Williston Police Warn Of Scam Court Notices Targeting Residents

If you thought junk mail was the most annoying thing in your mailbox, think again—scammers are stepping up their game, and now they’re going full “official-looking document” mode.

The Williston Police Department is sounding the alarm about a new scam making the rounds in the area, and this one comes dressed up as a “court notice.” Yep, nothing says panic quite like a letter that looks like it came straight from a courthouse. But before you start imagining a courtroom drama starring yourself, let’s take a closer look.

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WPD Scam Text

At first glance, the notice might seem legit. It’s got formal wording, bold text, and even a QR code to make paying quick and easy. But once you slow down and actually read it, the cracks start to show—big time.

For starters, it references “Minnehaha County.” That’s not even in North Dakota… it’s over in South Dakota. Not exactly a small detail to mess up. Then there’s the mention of tolls. Tolls? Around here? Unless someone secretly built a turnpike overnight, that’s a pretty glaring red flag.

And let’s not forget the classic scam giveaway: spelling and grammar errors sprinkled throughout. Nothing says “official legal document” like typos that would make your high school English teacher cringe.

Oh, and that convenient QR code? That’s the scammer’s fast track to your wallet. It’s designed to rush you into paying before you have time to think things through.

Here’s the bottom line: this is a scam—and not even a very polished one. Don’t scan it, don’t pay it, and definitely don’t panic.

If something seems suspicious, trust your intuition. Reach out directly to your local court or law enforcement to verify. And maybe most importantly, share this with a friend, neighbor, or family members who might not spot the red flags right away.

Because when it comes to scams like this, a second look can save a whole lot of trouble—and money.