Notice of Order for CARE Act Report
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026
This form tells everyone that a judge has ordered a county agency to investigate someone and write a report. This report must include whether the person meets the rules for the CARE Act process.
The court describes it as: Provides notice that a court has ordered a county agency to investigate and file a report that includes whether the respondent meets or is likely to meet the legal requirements for the CARE process.
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used when a court has officially ordered a county agency to investigate a respondent and submit a detailed report about that person's ability to participate in the CARE Act process.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form serves as a notice that the court has ordered a county agency to investigate a person and file a report with the court.
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is for court use only, and it is issued by the court after an order has been made.
- Does this form require a filing fee?
- The provided text does not mention any filing fees for this form.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2026.
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