Los Angeles County Superior Court officials warned residents about a jury duty scam in which callers claim they are authorities and threaten arrest for allegedly missing jury service. The court issued the alert Friday after receiving reports from people who were contacted by the scammers.
WHO:Los Angeles County Superior Court officials; residents targeted by scam callers
WHAT:A jury duty scam where callers pose as authorities and threaten arrest over missed jury service
WHEN:Aug 21, 2026
WHERE:Los Angeles County, CA
WHY:The warning was issued after the court received reports of residents being contacted by callers falsely claiming they missed jury duty and threatening arrest.
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