North Georgia Sheriff's Office Warns of Fake Warrant Calls

The caller ID mimics the sheriff's office, but they don't make these types of calls.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The White County Sheriff's Office in Georgia is warning residents about scam calls claiming to be from the sheriff's office and informing people of outstanding warrants. The caller ID makes it appear the calls are coming from the sheriff's office, but the sheriff's office says they do not call people about warrants or accept payments over the phone.

Why it matters

These types of scam calls can be very convincing and frightening for recipients, potentially leading them to send money or provide personal information to the fraudsters. The sheriff's office is trying to raise awareness about this scam to prevent residents from falling victim.

The details

According to the White County Sheriff's Office, several people have reported receiving calls from someone claiming to be a deputy informing them of outstanding warrants. The caller ID makes it appear the calls are coming from the sheriff's office. However, the sheriff's office says they do not call people about warrants and cannot confirm the existence of a warrant over the phone. They also do not have a way to accept digital payments or cards for citations or warrants.

  • The White County Sheriff's Office posted the warning on social media on February 8, 2026.

The players

White County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency for White County, Georgia that is warning residents about the scam calls.

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What they’re saying

“The Sheriff's Office will never take payment for citations or warrants in lieu of executing a warrant.”

— White County Sheriff's Office (wsbtv.com)

What’s next

If residents receive a call they believe is fraudulent, the sheriff's office advises them to hang up and call the office directly at (706) 865-5177.

The takeaway

This scam highlights the importance of verifying the source of any calls claiming to be from law enforcement or government agencies, as fraudsters can spoof caller ID to make their calls appear legitimate. Residents should be cautious about providing any personal or financial information over the phone, especially in response to unsolicited calls.