Civil Case Cover Sheet
Judicial Council of California · Civil
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Last updated July 21, 2026
The CM-010 is a form that provides basic information about a lawsuit being filed in California court, such as the names of the people involved, the type of case, and the amount of money in dispute. Anyone filing a civil lawsuit in California state court—whether it's an individual, business, or organization—must submit this form along with their initial court documents.
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