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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 Zion Lee Gauna et al

Case Number

25PR00211

Case Type

Guardianship

Hearing Date / Time

Mon, 06/09/2025 - 08:30

Nature of Proceedings

Petition for Appointment of Guardian of Estate

Tentative Ruling

Probate Notes:

Appearances required. The following must be submitted:

Proof of Timely Mailed Service.  Proof of timely mailed service of the notice of hearing and a copy of the petition (Prob. Code, § 1511) on maternal and 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).

Proposed Order to Deposit Money Into Blocked Account (MC-355).  “Absent a showing of good cause, it is the policy of the Court to order all funds disbursed to a minor be deposited into a blocked account. The fact that a parent is appointed as guardian of the estate is not ordinarily good cause for waiving this policy.” (Local Rule 1735(a).)

Note: Notice can be waived to these relatives pursuant to Probate Code section 1511(c)(2), but the request should be made in writing before the hearing.

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