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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.

Guardianship of Asher Brown

Case Number

23PR00595

Case Type

Guardianship

Hearing Date / Time

Mon, 08/12/2024 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Petition to Appoint Guardian of the Person

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required.

Status Update. Petitioner must file a status update informing the Court of the status of the parentage action.

The following issues are outstanding for the Petition for General Guardianship, and must be corrected:

Proof of Timely Mailed Service.  Since the potential identity of the minor’s father has been revealed, service to the paternal grandparents is required.  Proof of timely mailed service of the notice of hearing and a copy of the petition (Prob. Code, § 1511) on paternal grandparents, OR Consent to Appointment of Guardian and Waiver of Notice (Judicial Council form GC-211) OR adequately supported request to dispense with notice (CRC 7.52; see Local Court form SC-6014).

Adequate ICWA Inquiry.  Inquiry of paternal parent is also required, because inquiry on both sides of the minor’s family is required. (CRC, Rule 5.481(a).)  The parents of the child must, if possible, complete the Parental Notification of Indian Status (form ICWA-020). (Welf. & Inst. Code, § 224.2; Prob. Code, § 1459.5(b); Cal Rules of Court, rules 5.481(a)(1), 7.1015(c).)

Proposed Letters (Form GC- 250)  Proposed Letters are considered the same as proposed orders and must be submitted in compliance with Local Rule 1724. Letters for Temporary Guardianship have been received, but not for general guardianship.

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