The Los Angeles County Superior Court issued a public warning on August 22, 2026 about a telephone scam targeting county residents. Scammers are calling individuals and falsely claiming that the person has missed a jury duty obligation, then threatening arrest if the alleged issue is not resolved.
According to the court, the callers pose as court officials and use intimidation tactics, stating that an arrest warrant will be issued unless the victim pays a fee or provides personal information. The fraudulent scheme relies on the urgency and fear surrounding jury service to extract money or data from unsuspecting callers.
The court’s alert follows a series of reports from residents who received such calls. Those reports prompted the Superior Court to inform the public that the agency does not contact people by phone to demand payment or personal details for missed jury duty. The court emphasized that any legitimate communication about jury service will be sent through official channels, such as mailed notices or verified online portals.
Officials reminded Los Angeles County residents to remain cautious if they receive unexpected calls alleging legal trouble. The warning seeks to prevent further deception by clarifying that the court will not threaten arrest over missed jury duty and will never request payment or personal data over the phone. By publicizing the scam, the Superior Court aims to protect the community from fraudsters impersonating court personnel.