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Form CIV-100, Request for Entry of Default, is a mandatory California court form used by a plaintiff to ask the court to officially note that the defendant has failed to respond to a lawsuit within the legal time limit. This is a critical step toward obtaining a default judgment, which can resolve the case in the plaintiff's favor without the defendant's participation. Today, this form can be filled out quickly and accurately using AI-powered services like Instafill.ai, which can also convert non-fillable PDF versions into interactive fillable forms.
Fillable fields119
Pages3
Sections39
Questions that depend on earlier answers48
Form Complexity IndexComplex, 67/100

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14 checks built for this form, so a wrong date or a missing answer is caught before anyone else sees it.

Validates Judgment Amount Calculation

This check verifies that the total amount in Section 2, item 'f. TOTALS', is the mathematical sum of the amounts entered for 'a. Demand of complaint', 'b. Statement of damages', 'c. Interest', 'd. Costs', and 'e. Attorney fees'. This is crucial for ensuring the monetary judgment requested is accurate and supported by the itemized figures. If the sum is incorrect, the request may be rejected or require manual correction, delaying the entry of default.

Ensures Consistency Between Costs in Sections 2 and 7

This validation confirms that the 'Costs' amount entered in Section 2, item 'd', exactly matches the 'TOTAL' costs calculated in Section 7, item 'e'. This cross-reference ensures consistency across the document, as the Memorandum of Costs in Section 7 substantiates the cost claim in the judgment summary. A mismatch would indicate a clerical error and could lead to the court clerk rejecting the form.

Conditional Requirement for Legal Assistant Details

This check is triggered by the selection in Section 4 regarding legal document assistants. If the filer checks that an assistant 'did' provide help, the system must verify that all sub-fields (4a-f), including the assistant's name, address, registration number, and expiration date, are completed. Failure to provide this information when required violates the Business & Professions Code and will result in an incomplete and invalid filing.

Validates Prerequisite for Clerk's Judgment

If the filer requests a clerk's judgment under Code of Civil Procedure section 585(a) by checking box 1e(2), this validation ensures the corresponding declaration in Section 5 is fully completed. The filer must select either 'is' or 'is not' for all three subsections (5a, 5b, and 5c). This declaration is a mandatory prerequisite for a clerk's judgment, and its omission will prevent the clerk from processing the request.

Declaration of Mailing Logical Consistency

This check enforces the logic of Section 6, the Declaration of Mailing. It ensures that the filer selects either 6a ('not mailed') or 6b ('mailed'), but not both. Furthermore, if 6b is selected, it validates that the mailing date and the recipient names and addresses are provided, as this information is essential for proving proper service. An illogical or incomplete declaration of mailing would invalidate the service requirement.

Validates Memorandum of Costs Calculation

This check verifies that the 'TOTAL' in Section 7, item 'e', is the correct sum of the itemized costs listed in items 7a through 7d. Accurate accounting is necessary for the court to approve the requested costs. An incorrect total suggests a calculation error that must be rectified before the costs can be awarded.

And 8 more checks
  • Ensures Justification for Nonmilitary Status
  • Conditional Field Validation for Nonmilitary Status Details
  • Validates All Date Formats and Chronology
  • Header and Case Information Consistency
  • Ensures Required Signatures for Declarations
  • Unlawful Detainer Case Consistency Check
  • Exclusive Request Type Selection
  • Completeness of Core Request Information

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  1. Navigate to Instafill.ai and upload or select the CIV-100 form.
  2. Provide the case information, including the court name, case number, and the names of the plaintiff and defendant.
  3. Indicate the type of request being made, such as Entry of Default, Clerk's Judgment, or Court Judgment, and specify the defendant(s) in default.
  4. Complete the judgment details in item 2, calculating and entering the amounts for the complaint's demand, interest, costs, and attorney fees.
  5. Fill out the required declarations on the second and third pages, including the Declaration of Mailing (item 6), Memorandum of Costs (item 7), and Declaration of Nonmilitary Status (item 8).
  6. Review all the information pre-filled by the AI for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all necessary boxes are checked.
  7. Date and sign the form in the appropriate sections before downloading the completed document for filing with the court.

Common Mistakes in Completing CIV-100

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Requesting the Wrong Judgment Type
In Section 1, filers often confuse the options for 'Clerk's Judgment' and 'Court Judgment.' A Clerk's Judgment is only available for cases with a fixed, easily calculable amount of money owed (like a contract), while a Court Judgment is required for cases involving non-monetary relief, general damages (like in a personal injury case), or when testimony is needed. Selecting the wrong type will result in the court clerk rejecting the request, causing significant delays until a corrected form is submitted.
Failing to Properly Verify Military Status
The Declaration of Nonmilitary Status (Section 8) is frequently completed incorrectly. Filers must actively verify if the defendant is in military service using the official SCRA website provided on the form, but many skip this step and guess. Incorrectly declaring a defendant's status can lead to the judgment being voided later and potential legal penalties. To avoid this, always perform the search, check the appropriate box based on the search results, and keep a record of the verification.
Miscalculating the Judgment Amount
Section 2, which details the financial judgment, is a common source of errors due to incorrect calculations. People often make simple arithmetic mistakes when totaling the demand, interest, costs, and fees. Furthermore, calculating pre-judgment interest can be complex, and using the wrong rate or time period will cause the clerk to reject the entire filing. Double-checking all math and ensuring the 'TOTALS' in 2f are accurate is critical for acceptance.
Defective Declaration of Mailing
The Declaration of Mailing in Section 6 is a sworn statement that a copy of the default request was mailed to the defendant. Common mistakes include forgetting to mail the copy, entering the wrong mailing date, or failing to list the defendant's full, correct last-known address. An incomplete or inaccurate declaration invalidates the service requirement, leading the court to reject the default request until proper service is proven.
Inconsistent Case and Party Information
Filers often neglect to carry over the exact Case Number, Plaintiff, and Defendant names to the headers on pages 2 and 3. Any inconsistency, including minor misspellings or using abbreviations, can cause confusion and lead to rejection. The names must match the original complaint and all other court documents precisely. AI-powered tools like Instafill.ai can help prevent this by auto-populating consistent information across all pages of a form.
Missing Signatures or Dates
This form has multiple required signatures and dates: one on page 1 for the main request, and separate ones for the declarations in Sections 6, 7, and 8. It is very common for a filer to miss one or more of these signatures. An unsigned or undated declaration is invalid, and the court clerk will not process the form, requiring the filer to correct the omission and resubmit.
Incorrectly Listing Defendants for Default
In Section 1c, the filer must list the exact names of all defendants whose default is being requested. A frequent error is omitting a defendant or misspelling a name, which means the default will not be entered against that specific party. It is crucial to list each defendant exactly as they appear on the original complaint to ensure the default is entered against all intended parties.
Improperly Claiming Costs
In the Memorandum of Costs (Section 7), filers may attempt to claim costs that are not legally recoverable, such as time off work or other miscellaneous expenses not permitted by statute. Additionally, filers often forget to transfer the total from Section 7e to the summary in Section 2d, or the amounts do not match. These errors will cause the cost portion of the judgment to be denied or the entire form to be returned for correction.
Incorrect Declaration for Consumer Contract Actions
Section 5 requires the filer to declare whether the lawsuit is based on specific types of consumer or vehicle sales contracts (Unruh Act or Rees-Levering Act). Many self-represented litigants are unfamiliar with these laws and check the wrong 'is' or 'is not' box. An incorrect declaration on this point is a serious error that can affect the validity of the judgment and lead to rejection by the clerk, who is trained to spot inconsistencies between the complaint and this declaration.
Using an Obsolete Form Version
The Judicial Council of California periodically updates its forms, indicated by the revision date in the bottom corner (e.g., 'Rev. January 1, 2023'). Courts require the use of the most current version of mandatory forms like the CIV-100. Submitting an outdated version is a common mistake that results in immediate rejection by the clerk, forcing the filer to start over on the correct form. Always check the court's website for the latest version before filling it out.

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What is the purpose of Form CIV-100, Request for Entry of Default?
This form is used to ask the court to officially record that a defendant has failed to respond to a lawsuit within the required time. It can also be used to request a final judgment from the court based on the defendant's failure to respond.
Who should fill out and file this form?
The plaintiff or their attorney in a California civil lawsuit should complete this form when the defendant has not filed a response to the complaint within the legal time limit.
What's the difference between 'Entry of Default,' 'Clerk's Judgment,' and 'Court Judgment' in Section 1?
An 'Entry of Default' is the clerk's official recording that the defendant didn't respond. A 'Clerk's Judgment' is for a fixed amount of money in contract cases, while a 'Court Judgment' is for cases requiring a judge's decision, such as personal injury, and may require a hearing.
Why do I need to complete the 'Declaration of Nonmilitary Status' in Section 8?
Federal law protects active-duty military personnel from default judgments, so you must verify and declare the defendant's military status. The form provides a link to a government website where you can perform this check for free.
Do I have to send a copy of this form to the defendant?
Yes, you are required to mail a copy of the completed form to the defendant's last known address or their attorney. You must certify that you have done this by completing the 'Declaration of Mailing' in Section 6.
What kind of costs can I claim in the 'Memorandum of Costs' (Section 7)?
You can claim necessary court-related expenses, such as the initial filing fees and fees paid to a professional process server to serve the lawsuit documents. Keep your receipts as proof of these costs.
What should I do if I don't know the defendant's address?
If the defendant's address is unknown, you must indicate this in Section 6a. You should be prepared to demonstrate to the court that you made diligent efforts to locate the defendant before filing the request.
Is this the correct form for an eviction (unlawful detainer) case?
Yes, this form is used in unlawful detainer cases to request a default judgment for possession of the property. You must check the box in Section 3 and complete the relevant parts of Section 1e.
What information do I need before I start filling out Form CIV-100?
You will need the case number, the full names of all parties, the date the complaint was filed, the defendant's last known address, and an itemized list of any damages, interest, and costs you are claiming.
What happens after I file this form with the court?
The court clerk will review your request to ensure it is complete and that the defendant's time to respond has passed. Depending on your request, the clerk may enter the default, issue a judgment, or you may be required to schedule a hearing with a judge.
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How can I fill out Form CIV-100 online?
You can use a service like Instafill.ai to upload the PDF, which will make the fields interactive and easy to complete. The platform allows you to fill, sign, and manage the form digitally.
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