Proof of Service (Small Claims)

Judicial Council of California · Small Claims

Verified current as of August 1, 2026

This form documents that a defendant in a small claims case has been officially notified about the lawsuit by showing how, when, and where they were served with court papers. Small claims plaintiffs or their representatives use this form to prove to the court that the defendant received notice of the case, which is required before a judgment can be made.