Lorain County residents are being warned about a sophisticated scam involving fake “Notice of Hearing - Traffic Violation” letters. These fraudulent notices exhibit several red flags, including generic names, vague violation details (like “parking” or “toll violation”), urgent demands for payment, and QR codes for settlement. Crucially, these fake alerts lack any verifiable case information through official court websites. The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office advises residents to never scan the QR code, send payments, or divulge personal information if they receive such a notice. Instead, they should contact their local court directly to verify any alleged violations and report the scam to law enforcement.