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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.

Pamela Boucher vs City of Santa Barbara et al

Case Number

24CV07195

Case Type

Civil Law & Motion

Hearing Date / Time

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 10:00

Nature of Proceedings

CMC; Demurrer; Motion to Strike; Motion re Set Aside

Tentative Ruling

For Plaintiff: Bruce E. South

For Defendants: Linda Miller Savitt, Tom R. Shapiro

RULING

    There are three motions on calendar. All of which are moot. The first two are a demurrer and motion to strike as to the original complaint. A first amended complaint was filed on April 1. The filing of the first amended complaint moots the demurrer and motion to strike, both of which should be ordered off calendar.

    There is also a motion to set aside default filed on March 17. The motion seeks to set aside defaults entered against the City of Santa Barbara and against the erroneously named Santa Barbara Police Department (which is a department of the City of Santa Barbara). On April 1, plaintiff requested, and the court entered, dismissal as to the erroneously named Santa Barbara Police Department. This moots the motion to set aside the default as to defendant Santa Barbara Police Department. On April 10, the court entered its order on the stipulation of the parties to set aside the default as to the City of Santa Barbara. This moots the rest of the motion, which should be ordered off calendar.

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