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CIV-130 Guidance: Notice of Entry of Judgment (California)

The CIV-130 Notice of Entry of Judgment form is used to formally notify all parties involved in a California civil case that a judgment, decree, or order has been entered by the court. Jump to guide on filling it out.

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Jenna Zebrowski, JD, MBA
Attorney
Jenna Zebrowski is a JD/MBA graduate from Texas Tech University School of Law. After working in Mexico City for 3 years, she returned to the US and spent over a decade working in-house for large and small companies, including franchises, in a real estate leasing capacity, as well as in the mortgage and title industries. In private practice since 2019, Jenna is passionate about advocacy and protection for her clients’ rights, working collaboratively towards problem prevention, and solution, when necessary.

Tips for filling out form CIV-130

When completing form CIV-130, pay special attention to these less obvious sections:

Item 1

Enter Date Carefully

Ensure the date you enter matches the exact date the judgment, decree, or order was officially entered into the court records. This may not necessarily be the date you received notice from the court, so double-check court records to avoid errors.
Item 2

Attach Judgment Copy

A copy of the judgment, decree, or order must be attached to this notice. Make sure that it is a complete and accurate copy to prevent any processing issues. Keep an additional copy for your records.
Proof of Service, 1

Eligibility for Service

Remember, you cannot serve the Notice of Entry yourself if you are a party involved in the action. Arrange for someone who meets the criteria—a neutral third party who is at least 18 years old—to serve the notice.
Proof of Service, 2

Sealed Envelope Requirement

Ensure the notice is placed in a sealed envelope with postage prepaid before mailing. An unsealed envelope can lead to questions about the integrity of the service, potentially causing delays or requiring re-service.
Proof of Service, 4b

Include All Recipients

Make sure to list all parties who need to be notified. Missing a party from this list could result in legal complications. Verify addresses with the latest information available to ensure proper delivery.

What to do after filing form CIV-130

1
Ensure that a copy of the Notice of Entry of Judgment or Order (CIV-130) and the attached judgment or order have been served on each party involved in the case, using appropriate methods as specified in the Proof of Service section.
2
File the completed Proof of Service with the court to document that the Notice of Entry and attached documents have been properly served on all parties.
3
Check with the court to confirm receipt and acceptance of the Proof of Service, which may be necessary for the enforcement or appeal processes.
4
If you are the appealing party and wish to challenge the judgment or order, begin preparing your notice of appeal. Be mindful of the deadlines for filing an appeal, which typically start from the date the judgment or order is entered.
5
Monitor for any responses or actions from the other parties and the court, especially if there are any pending post-judgment motions or appeals. Keep track of any scheduled hearings or further court instructions.
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