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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.

Stanley Y Mar et al vs Restaurant Sato Inc et al

Case Number

24CV03258

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Fri, 02/14/2025 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

Motions to Compel

Tentative Ruling

The unopposed motions of plaintiff Stanley Y. Mar to compel responses to form interrogatories (set one), responses to form interrogatories (set two), requests for production of documents (set one), and requests for admission (set one) served on each of defendants Kazumoto Sato, Virginia Sato, and Restaurant Sato, Inc., are granted. Each of these defendants shall serve responses to the interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and requests for admission on or before March 7, 2025. The court orders monetary sanctions in favor of plaintiff and against defendants Kazumoto Sato, Virginia Sato, and Restaurant Sato, Inc., jointly and severally, in the amount of $2,717.50, reflecting the reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred in making these motions, to be paid to counsel for plaintiff on or before March 7, 2025. Plaintiffs shall file proof of service of this order on or before February 21, 2025.

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