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What is “Proof of Personal Service”?

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2026

This form explains what it means to give legal papers to another person in person, which is called "personal service." It tells people that certain court papers must be given directly to the person, not sent through the mail.

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 form is used when someone needs to prove that they have given legal papers, like a Petition for Workplace Violence Restraining Orders, to the other person involved in the case.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

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

Common questions

Who can sign this form?
Only the person who actually serves the papers can sign the Proof of Personal Service form. The person who is being protected does not need to sign it.
Can I mail the papers?
No, the form states that certain court papers cannot be served by mail; they must be served in person.
What if the person refuses to take the papers?
If the person will not take the papers or tears them up, service is still considered complete if you leave the papers near the person.

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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