Skip to main content.

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 John Gary Sinclair (UPDATED 3/18/24)

Case Number

23PR00115

Case Type

Decedent's Estate

Hearing Date / Time

Tue, 03/19/2024 - 09:00

Nature of Proceedings

Petition for Final Distribution

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required. The following must be submitted:

Escrow Statement from Sale of Real Property.  A “final report of administration” must be filed at the same time a final account would be required.  (Prob. Code, § 10954(c)[requires amount of compensation paid/payable to PR or attorney & basis for determination].)  Allegations must include actions taken under IAEA, including:

  • sales, purchases, or exchanges of assets (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(2))
  • changes in the form of assets (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(3))
  • assets on hand (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(4))
  • whether the estate is solvent (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(5))
  • detailed schedules of receipts and gains or losses on sale, IF an amount other than the amount of the Inventory and Appraisal is used as a basis for calculating fees or commissions (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(6))
  • a list of costs of administration, IF reimbursement of administration costs is requested  (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(7))
  • a list of the amount of any fees or commissions paid or to be paid (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(8)), and the calculation of such fees or commissions as described in CRC, Rule 7.705(b) (CRC, Rule 7.550(b)(9))

Thus, the requirements of Rule 7.550(b) mandate an escrow statement for any sale of real property must be submitted in support of the final report.

The supplement submitted on March 11th did not have the escrow statement attached.

Due to staffing limitations, processing times may be delayed. To assist in processing, attorneys and parties should include the next court date in the “Filing Description” field provided by the electronic service provider. That field is also used for further descriptions of the document being e-filed, so be sure to put the calendar date FIRST in the field – BEFORE any further description of the document being e-filed (e.g.: 06/28/16 For XYZ).

Was this helpful?

Yes No
This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.
Was this helpful?