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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.

Ralph Gesualdo v Frinj Coffee Inc

Case Number

23CV03712

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

CMC; Motion to Compel

Tentative Ruling

Plaintiff: Andrew Shadoff

Defendant: Nina Yablok

Issues

CMC; Motion to Compel

Rulings

Motion to Compel: On October 6, 2023, Plaintiff served a Demand for Production of Documents (Set 2) upon Defendant, containing Demand Nos. 12-14. No responses were received, and Defendant expressly declined to provide responses, under the belief that Defendant’s time would be better spent not spending money on counsel’s legal fees and putting them towards paying Plaintiff back. Plaintiff filed the current motion on November 15, 2023. Defendant has not opposed the motion. The Court will grant the motion to compel, and order that verified responses, without objections, be provided by Defendant on or before January 31, 2024. The Court will also award sanctions to Plaintiff, payable by Defendant and/or its attorneys, in the total amount of $2,000, which it deems a reasonable fee for a “no responses” motion to compel.

CMC. It appears all parties have been served; Complaint filed in 8/2023; Plaintiff alleged a breach of promissory note in the principal amount of $200,000; the Answer was filed in 9/2023; generally, denies each and every allegation of Plaintiff's complaint. The Trial date is 11/27/24 at 11:30am; MSC date is 11/1/24 at 8:30am in Department #5 via Zoom; final CMC to set final discovery calendar is 9/4/24 at 8:30am in this Department via Zoom.

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