How to Fill Out Form FL-335

Form FL-335 at a glance

What it is: Form FL-335 is the Proof of Service by Mail, a Judicial Council of California form.

Who signs: Enter the date and the name (type or print) and the signature of the person completing this form.

A filled-in Form FL-335 example: a friend mails court papers

Form FL-335 example filled out, example: a friend mails court papers
Dana Example completes Form FL-335 after mailing court papers for a friend. She mails one envelope to Casey Example from Fresno, California on March 2, 2026. The picture shows the filled form, and none of its entries is real. Dana deposits the envelope with the Postal Service herself, so the placing box for the documents served and the envelope stays empty. The address verification declaration box is left blank because no address verification declaration was served.

How to fill out Form FL-335, box by box

Attorney or party, court and case

Form FL-335 example filled out, attorney or party, court and case

Enter the attorney or party without attorney (name, State Bar number, and address), telephone no., fax no. (optional), e-mail address (optional) and attorney for (name).

Enter the Superior Court of California, county of, street address, mailing address, city and zip code and branch name.

Enter the petitioner/plaintiff, respondent/defendant, other parent/party and case number.

If applicable, enter the hearing date, hearing time and dept.

At least 18 years of age and your residence or business address

Form FL-335 example filled out, at least 18 years of age and your residence or business address

Be at least 18 years of age, not a party to this action, and a resident of or employed in the county where the mailing took place.

Enter your residence or business address.

The documents served and the envelope

Form FL-335 example filled out, the documents served and the envelope

Specify the documents you served a copy of.

Enclose them in an envelope AND, if depositing the sealed envelope with the United States Postal Service with the postage fully prepaid, mark a; if placing the envelope for collection and mailing on the date and at the place shown in item 4, mark b.

The envelope was addressed and mailed

Form FL-335 example filled out, the envelope was addressed and mailed

Enter the name of the person served, the address, the date mailed and the place of mailing (city and state) for the envelope addressed and mailed.

Address verification declaration

Form FL-335 example filled out, address verification declaration

Mark box 5 if you served a request to modify a child custody, visitation, or child support judgment or permanent order which included an address verification declaration.

Declare under penalty of perjury and sign

Form FL-335 example filled out, declare under penalty of perjury and sign

Under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, you declare that it is true and correct.

More rules for Form FL-335

To serve temporary restraining orders you must use personal service (see form FL-330).

Sources

[1] Form FL-335 (Rev. January 1, 2012), Judicial Council of California (the Official source link on this page).

FL-355 PDF Details

Engaging with the legal system can often feel like navigating a labyrinth, especially when it comes to the documents required to proceed with family law matters. Among these, the FL335 Proof of Service form occupies a crucial role. This document is a testament to the delivery of legal documents between parties involved in a case, ensuring that all communications are accounted for and adhere to legal standards. Its completion is not just a step in the process but a safeguard that promotes transparency and fairness in legal proceedings. Serving documents correctly can have a significant impact on the case, affecting everything from timelines to the verdict itself. Hence, understanding the FL335 form is essential not only for lawyers but also for individuals representing themselves in legal matters. Its significance extends beyond mere paperwork; it is a pivotal piece in the puzzle of legal procedure that seeks to ensure justice through due process.

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Form Name FL-335
Form Length 1 pages
Fillable? No
Fillable fields 0
Avg. time to fill out 15 sec
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