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Fraud Alert: Scam Text Messages Claiming DMV Penalties -

We have been made aware of fraudulent text messages being sent to individuals claiming to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or the court system. These messages often state that the recipient owes penalties or fees related to traffic violations or DMV infractions and may include a link or phone number to resolve the matter. 

Take these steps to reduce the chances of falling victim to a text message scam:

  • Never respond to unsolicited or suspicious texts — If you receive a message asking for personal or financial information, do not reply.
  • Verify the source — If you are unsure, always contact the DMV through official channels.
  • Call the DMV if you have concerns — The DMV customer service team is available to help you at 800-777-0133.

Please see DMV warning about fraudulent texts: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/news-and-media/dmv-warns-of-fraudulent-te…

Jury Scam alert -

The Santa Barbara Superior Court has received complaints about individuals trying to scam members of the public by pretending to be court officers or officials. The Jury Services office of the Santa Barbara Superior Court does not call citizens to request payments for failing to appear for jury duty. California law does not permit citizens to pay a fine in lieu of jury duty. If you receive such a call simply hang up and, if the scammer persists, call your local law enforcement agency. Learn more about the recent scam warning.

Notice to Jurors:

Prospective jurors summoned for jury service can expect to receive their jury summons in postcard form. Please check your mail for a postcard with important instructions to fulfil your jury service. Visit the Jury Services page for more information.

Conservatorship of Deanna Mitchell-Ruse

Case Number

20PR00103

Case Type

Conservatorship - Person and Estate

Hearing Date / Time

Thu, 06/27/2024 - 09:00

Nature of Proceedings

Final Accounting

Tentative Ruling

UPDATED: A request to waive final accounting pursuant to Prob. Code § 2628 has been received by the court and appears appropriate for approval. The Final Accounting will be waived. No appearance is required on 6/27/24.

Appearances are required to update the court.

According to court records, the conservatee has died. A conservatorship is terminated by the death of the conservatee. (Prob. Code, § 1860.) Upon the death of a conservatee, a final accounting must be submitted. (Prob. Code, § 2620(a); CRC Prob. 7.1052(c).) The final accounting and petition for termination of the conservatorship has not yet been received.

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