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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.

Teresa Sanchez et al v Granite Construction Company et al

Case Number

22CV04676

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Wed, 12/11/2024 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

Minor's Compromise

Tentative Ruling

Plaintiff Jonathan Montoya: Ruben Ruiz 

Plaintiffs Honorio & Teresa Sanchez: Bryan Garcia

Defendant/Cross Complainant & Def Commodity Trucking Acquisition: David Byassee

Defendant/Cross Complainant Granite Construction, State of CA: Thomas Gmelich

Defendant Jonathan Montoya Jair (FKA Doe 61): Robert Reisinger

Defendant/Cross Complainant Alberto Santiago Sigala: Matthew Stone

RULING

Regarding the petition for approval of a minor’s compromise set for hearing on December 11 in case no. 22CV04676 [Sanchez v Granite Construction], the Court entered a Minute Order on October 30, 2024, continuing the hearing on the petition and directing Petitioner to file, on or before November 26, 2024, supplemental declarations setting forth necessary further information and documents required for the Court to determine the petition.  On November 6, 2024, the Court entered an order granting the petition and approving the proposed settlement. Though Petitioner filed on November 19, the supplemental declarations and documents requested by the Court on November 19, as the Court has entered an order granting the petition, there is nothing further that remains to be determined with respect to the petition. Therefore, this matter is taken off-calendar.

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