Judge: Mark H. Epstein, Case: 21SMCV01968, Date: 2023-02-16 Tentative Ruling

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Case Number: 21SMCV01968    Hearing Date: February 16, 2023    Dept: R

The ex parte application for an OSC re: Contempt is DENIED.  First, no exigent circumstances have been demonstrated.  Second, on this record, a prima facie case for contempt (civil or criminal) has not been shown.  Third, the papers are not in proper format for a contempt action.

The court will not hear argument on this matter today.