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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.

Conservatorship of James Bean

Case Number

24PR00496

Case Type

Conservatorship

Hearing Date / Time

Mon, 12/09/2024 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Petition for Appointment of Probate Conservator of Person and Estate

Tentative Ruling

 Probate Notes:

Appearances required.

The following is noted for the court at the hearing:

On August 21, 2024, Victoria Jeffries filed a Petition for Appointment of a Probate Conservator over the Person and Estate of J. B. This petition received written objection by Portia Jeffries on October 4, 2024, and by Tiffany Williams on October 8, 2024, placing this matter at issue and requiring evidentiary hearing to resolve. (In re Estate of Lensch (2009) 177 Cal.App.4th 667, 676; Conservatorship of Farrant (2021) 67 Cal.App.5th 370, 377.)

On December 3, 2024, Tiffany Williams filed a competing Petition for Appointment of a Probate Conservator over the Person and Estate of J. B.

Parties must come prepared to set discovery deadlines and trial dates.

The proposed conservatee is expected to attend the hearing.  (Prob. Code, § 1825.)

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