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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.

Scot Richardson vs City of Santa Barbara; Mesa Burger; R. Peter Jackson

Case Number

23CV00850

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Wed, 04/17/2024 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

The Jackson Defendants’ Motion for Summary Judgment

Tentative Ruling

Bradford Brown for Plaintiff [“Richardson”]

Tom Shapiro for City of Santa Barbara [“City”]

Gregory DeLaPena and Simran Virdi for Mesa Burger [“Mesa”]

David Belosky for Peter Jackson R. Peter Jackson, Jr., individually and as Trustee of The R. Peter Jackson Irrevocable Trust Dated June 30, 2005, Montecito Banc U Trust, as Trustee of The Charlotte L. Jackson Decedent’s Trust Dated 9/13/2006 for benefit of R. Peter Jackson Jr.; Montecito Bank & Trust as Trustee of The Charlotte L. Jackson Decedent’s Trust Dated 9/13/2006 for benefit of David M. Jackson. [“Jackson Defendants”]

Issue

The Jackson Defendants’ Motion for Summary Judgment

RULING

The Jackson Defendants’ Motion was WITHDRAWN on 4/15/24.

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