Question 1

What is the "Fake QR Code Parking Meter Scam" scam in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Fraudulent stickers with fake QR codes are placed over legitimate parking meter payment prompts throughout Denver. Scanning them redirects drivers to convincing but fake payment websites that harvest credit card and personal information. The City of Denver confirmed this scam in multiple official warnings. Always use the official Denver parking app (ParkDenver) or pay at the physical meter kiosk using its buttons — do not scan any QR code at a parking meter. Report suspicious codes to 311.

Question 2

What is the "Fake Parking Ticket Text Message Scam" scam in Denver?

Accepted Answer

Tourists and visitors receive text messages appearing to be from the City and County of Denver claiming an unpaid parking invoice is due and including a link to pay. The City of Denver has officially confirmed it does NOT send text messages about parking tickets. Clicking the link leads to credential or payment card theft. Ignore and delete any text message claiming to be a Denver parking invoice. The city uses only physical mail for parking ticket notices. Never click links in unsolicited texts. If you have a legitimate parking question, go directly to denvergov.org.

Other Tourist Scams in Denver

Fake QR Code Parking Meter Scam

Fake Parking Ticket Text Message Scam

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