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.

Matter of Kinnebrew Family Trust

Case Number

23PR00548

Case Type

Trust

Hearing Date / Time

Wed, 03/27/2024 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Status Hearing re: Accounting, etc.

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required.  An accounting was ordered by the Court to be filed by Mr. Kinnebrew before March 20, 2024. No accounting is on file, and the current sanctions of $250 per day are running.  Current total is $5,250.

Attorney for Ms. DeFilippo must file a detailed status report on the following:

  • Known trust assets.  The list can be “rough” estimates, but the extent and nature of trust res is the goal.
  • Further attempts and any progress with contact of the former trustee and any news of a forthcoming accounting.
  • Petitioner’s litigation objectives. The language in Article II, subdivision C4, of the trust appears to direct the full distribution of the sub-trusts to the beneficiaries therein named.  Does petitioner seek this result, and if so, what does a final judgment for distribution look like, considering Jana LaFollette’s previous distribution?  Please also include discussion of 1) whether Ms. LaFollette’s settlement has been fully distributed; and 2) what the distribution looks like, taking into consideration the commandment in the trust to distribute to pre-deceased beneficiaries’ heirs per stirpes.

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?