Request to File New Litigation by Vexatious Litigant

Judicial Council of California · Civil

Verified current as of August 1, 2026

This form allows a person who has been classified as a vexatious litigant to request permission from a court to file a new lawsuit. A vexatious litigant uses this form to get court approval before starting litigation, since California law restricts their right to file cases without judicial permission.