With the deadline for the Real ID looming, con artists have emerged, creating fake websites that promise expedited processing for the identification. The Better Business Bureau warns that the only legitimate method to obtain a Real ID is by visiting a DMV in person. Experts say people should be vigilant against fraudulent websites that prey on consumer urgency. Any requests for personal financial information, especially unsolicited, are significant indicators of potential scams, especially as the confusion around documentation processes increases.
Scammers set up fake websites claiming to expedite Real IDs, luring consumers overwhelmed by deadlines. The only legitimate way to obtain a Real ID is in-person at a DMV.
The Real ID serves as a security-enhanced identification which is necessary for domestic travel, federal building access, and secure facilities.
Fraudulent websites exploit consumer confusion, replicating patterns seen with other identity documents like passports. Consumers must verify the legitimacy of processes and avoid unsolicited requests.
As the deadline approached, the Better Business Bureau noted a rise in con artists taking advantage of the Real ID surge, warning about potential scams and fraud.
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