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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.

Estate of Harold Pagaling

Case Number

21PR00088

Case Type

Decedent's Estate

Hearing Date / Time

Mon, 05/20/2024 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Status Hearing

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required. 

This matter is on calendar for a status update.  According to the Court’s register of action, the following are issues that must be addressed:

Proposed Order for Probate and Letters.  On May 24, 2023, this Court approved the resignation of Laura Colgate as Personal Representative, and appointed Reginald Pagaling as the successor Personal Representative.  Since that date ONE YEAR AGO, there have been zero submitted proposed orders and letters submitted to effectuate Mr. Pagaling’s appointment. A personal representative is not effectively appointed until Letters are issued.

Proposed Order re: Payment of Laura Colgate.  On January 18, 2024, this Court made findings and orders re: the evidentiary hearing on an accounting by Laura Colgate as the former Personal Representative.  There appears to be an ongoing debate as to the Order After Hearing contents.

Discovery Disputes/Sanctions.  Parties must come prepared to discuss status of ongoing discovery, if any, and status of payment of previously ordered sanctions.

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