Application to Serve the California Secretary of State

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Verified current as of July 19, 2026

This form is used when someone needs to officially notify the California Secretary of State about a lawsuit because the defendant cannot be found or located in California. A person would need this form if they are suing someone and want the court's permission to serve legal papers by having them sent to the Secretary of State's office instead of directly to the defendant.