Pennsylvania State Police are warning residents about a rise in imposter phone scams, with fraudsters posing as court officers, State Troopers, and other law enforcement officials. Scammers are claiming victims have missed jury duty or are facing contempt of court charges, pressuring them to pay fines immediately to avoid arrest. Payments are often requested via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. Police stress that legitimate agencies will never ask for personal or financial information over the phone. If you receive such a call, hang up and then report it to local authorities.