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What Is Proof of Personal Service? (Domestic Violence Prevention)

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2020

This information sheet explains what

The court describes it as: Explains how to serve the other side by "personal service."

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This information is used when someone needs to give court papers to another person in a domestic violence case. It explains what

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

What is 'service' in this context?
Service means giving your court papers to the other person in your case. There are different ways to do this, such as in person or by mail.
Who can serve the papers?
Any adult who is not protected by the restraining order can serve the papers. You cannot serve your own papers.
What form is used to prove service?
The process involves having a server fill out and sign form DV-200, which is then filed with the court.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2020.

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