Summons—Enforcement of State Housing Law

Judicial Council of California · Civil

Verified current as of July 10, 2026

This form notifies a defendant that they are being sued for violating California's state housing laws, such as failing to maintain safe living conditions or illegally discriminating against tenants. Landlords, property owners, housing authorities, and tenants use this form to start a lawsuit to enforce housing law violations and seek remedies like repairs, rent reduction, or damages.