Grand Junction Residents Warned About Jury Duty Scam

Police advise residents to be wary of calls demanding immediate payment or personal information over missed jury duty.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 5:40pm

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The Grand Junction Police Department is warning residents about a scam involving calls from people pretending to represent a court, law enforcement agency, or other government office. The callers claim the recipient missed jury duty and now faces fines, arrest, or other legal trouble unless they immediately pay a fee or provide personal information. Police emphasize that real courts do not operate this way and urge residents to hang up on such calls and report any suspicious activity.

Why it matters

Jury duty scams can be convincing and cause panic, leading people to hastily provide sensitive information or make payments they shouldn't. This warning helps educate the Grand Junction community about common tactics used by scammers so residents can avoid falling victim.

The details

According to the police, scammers are calling people and claiming they missed jury duty, demanding immediate payment over the phone to avoid fines or arrest. However, real courts do not operate this way - they do not call unexpectedly and threaten instant legal action if payment is not made immediately. The police advise residents to watch for red flags like someone demanding payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or payment apps, as well as caller ID that appears to be from a court or law enforcement agency.

  • The Grand Junction Police Department issued this warning on March 28, 2026.

The players

Grand Junction Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Grand Junction, Colorado that is warning residents about the jury duty scam.

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What they’re saying

“Real courts do not call you out of the blue, demanding money over the phone because you missed jury duty. They also don't threaten instant arrest if you don't pay immediately.”

— Grand Junction Police Department

What’s next

If residents receive a suspicious call claiming they missed jury duty, the police advise them to hang up and contact the local court directly using the official phone number to verify the legitimacy of the claim.

The takeaway

This jury duty scam highlights the importance of verifying the source of any unexpected calls demanding immediate payment or personal information. By being aware of common tactics used by scammers, Grand Junction residents can avoid falling victim and protect themselves from financial loss or identity theft.