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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.

John Doe vs Los Padres Council, Boy Scouts of America et al

Case Number

22CV04457

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Fri, 09/20/2024 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

Motion: Withdraw as Attorney

Tentative Ruling

Plaintiff’s counsel has moved to be relieved as his counsel of record in this action, on the basis that the attorney-client relationship has broken down to the point that counsel can no longer act in the client’s best interests. However, the declaration filed in support of the motion fails to provide any information within ¶ 3.b., regarding either having confirmed the client’s address is current, or explaining the efforts which have been made to confirm that the address is current or to locate a more current address. The accuracy of plaintiff’s address is of critical importance to the preservation of his due process rights in this action. While the Court would otherwise be inclined to grant the motion, it cannot do so based upon the deficient declaration submitted in support of the motion. The motion is therefore denied, without prejudice to its renewal on a proper evidentiary showing.

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