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Small Claims & Unlawful Detainers

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Small Claims

Evictions

California Eviction Information

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Small Claims Forms

The most frequently used Small Claims forms, and information on small claims procedures, are available for download here:

Small Claims Self-Help Packet
- This packet requires these forms (click)
  1. SC - Locate person
  2. SC - Naming
  3. SC - Statute of Limitations
  4. SC-150 - Information For a Small Claims Plaintiff
  5. SC-100 - Plaintiff's Claim and Order to Go to Small Claims Court
  6. SC-100A - Other Plaintiffs or Defendants
  7. SC-103 - Fictitious Business Name
  8. SC-109 - Authorization to Appear
  9. SC-104 - Proof of Service
  10. SC-104B - What Is "Proof of Service"?
  11. SC-104C - How to Serve a Business or Public Entity

Further information on Small Claims, as well as all Small Claims forms, can be found at the California Courts Self-Help Website.

Unlawful Detainer Forms

The forms a landlord needs in order to start the Unlawful Detainer process, AFTER the proper eviction notice has been served on the tenant, can be downloaded here:

Unlawful Detainer Complaint packet for landlords
- This packet requires these forms (click)
  1. CM-010: Civil Case Cover Sheet
  2. UD-101: Mandatory Cover Sheet and Supplemental Allegations-Unlawful Detainer
  3. UD-100: Complaint-Unlawful Detainer
  4. SUM-130: Summons-Unlawful Detainer
  5. CP10.5: Prejudgment Claim of Right to Possession

Forms for tenants who wish to file an Answer in response to an Unlawful Detainer can be downloaded here:

Unlawful Detainer Answer packet for tenants

For assistance with completing these forms, please contact the Civil Self-Help Center.

Small Claims Frequently Asked Questions:

Unlawful Detainer Frequently Asked Questions

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