Proof of Personal Service—Civil
Judicial Council of California · Civil
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Last updated July 21, 2026
This form documents that legal papers were personally delivered to another person in a civil court case. Lawyers, plaintiffs, and defendants use it to prove to the court that they properly served documents on the other party, which is required for most civil cases including lawsuits, custody disputes, and restraining orders.
This form must be printed and filled by hand, or opened in Adobe Acrobat.