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Form CR-106, Proof of Service — Criminal Record Clearing, is a legal document filed with the Superior Court of California to provide evidence that documents related to a request for criminal record clearing (e.g., dismissal, vacatur, sealing) have been properly delivered, or 'served,' to the relevant parties. This form is crucial for ensuring the legal process is followed correctly and all parties are officially notified. 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 fields48
Pages2
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Tables and lists2
Form Complexity IndexModerate, 47/100

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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.

Case Number Presence and Consistency

This check ensures that the 'Case Number' field is filled out on both page 1 and page 2 of the form. It also verifies that the value entered is identical on both pages. This is critical for correctly associating the proof of service with the proper court case file, and failure to provide a consistent number can lead to filing rejection or misfiling.

Case Name Completeness

Validates that the defendant's name has been added to the 'Case Name' field following the pre-filled text 'People of the State of California v.'. An incomplete case name makes it difficult to identify the specific legal matter. If the field only contains the default text, the submission should be flagged as incomplete.

Exclusive Service Method Selection

This check ensures that information has been entered into EITHER Section 4 ('Service by mail') OR Section 5 ('Service by Personal Delivery'), but not both. The form requires choosing one method of service per submission. A failure means the user has either selected no method or has ambiguously selected both, requiring clarification before the form can be processed.

Served Document Identification

Verifies that the text field in Section 3, which specifies the document or form being served, is not empty. Knowing which document was served is the primary purpose of this form. If this field is blank, the proof of service is meaningless and cannot be accepted.

Server's Address Completeness

Ensures that if any part of the server's address in Section 2 (Street, City, State, Zip) is filled, all parts are completed. A complete address is legally required for the server to be identifiable and contactable. An incomplete address could invalidate the proof of service.

Server's Address Type Selection

This validation confirms that one of the two checkboxes ('home' or 'business') in Section 2 has been selected to classify the server's address. This classification can be relevant for legal purposes. If neither is selected, the form is incomplete and should be returned for correction.

And 8 more checks
  • Service by Mail Completeness
  • Service by Personal Delivery Completeness
  • Valid Service Date Format
  • Logical Date Sequence
  • Signature Block Completion
  • ZIP Code Format Validation
  • State Abbreviation Validation
  • Valid Service Time Format

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  1. Navigate to Instafill.ai and upload or select Form CR-106, Proof of Service — Criminal Record Clearing.
  2. Use the AI assistant to automatically fill in the court name, street address, case number, and case name.
  3. Provide your personal information as the server, including your address, and confirm you are over 18.
  4. Specify the name of the document you served and select the method of service: by mail or by personal delivery.
  5. If served by mail, enter the names and addresses of all recipients, the date of mailing, and how it was deposited with the U.S. Postal Service.
  6. If served by personal delivery, detail the name of the person/agency served, the address of delivery, and the exact date and time of service for each recipient.
  7. Review all entered information for accuracy, then e-sign and date the declaration under penalty of perjury before filing the completed form with the court.

Common Mistakes in Completing CR-106

The ones the AI is built to catch.

Wrong Person Completing the Form
The person requesting the criminal record clearing (the defendant) incorrectly fills out and signs this form themselves. This happens due to a misunderstanding of the term 'server.' The form must be completed and signed by a neutral third party who is at least 18 years old and not a party to the case. If the defendant signs as the server, the proof of service is invalid and will be rejected by the court, causing significant delays.
Incomplete or Incorrect Case Identifiers
Users often enter an incomplete case number or fail to fill in the full, correct name and street address of the Superior Court. This can happen from miscopying information or not having the original case documents handy. A wrong case number or court identifier can lead to the document being misfiled or rejected entirely, halting the progress of the record clearing request. It is also common to forget to enter the case number on the top of page 2.
Vague Description of Document Served
In Section 3, filers write a generic description like 'court papers' or 'legal forms' instead of the specific title of the document. The purpose of this form is to prove a specific document was served, so the description must be exact (e.g., 'Petition for Dismissal under Penal Code § 1203.4'). A vague description can invalidate the proof of service, as the receiving party can claim they were not properly notified of the specific legal action.
Incorrect Agency Name or Address
The form requires serving government agencies, but people often use informal names (e.g., 'DA's Office') or outdated addresses found through a quick web search. Agency addresses and official names can be very specific, and using the wrong one can result in the document never being received. This leads to failed service, requiring the process to be started over. Always verify the current, official 'address for service' for the specific District Attorney or prosecuting agency.
Forgetting to Serve All Required Parties
Criminal record clearing petitions typically require service on both the District Attorney and the original prosecuting agency (if different, such as a City Attorney). People often only serve the District Attorney, forgetting other necessary parties. This failure to notify all parties will cause the court to delay or deny the petition until proper service is completed for everyone, extending the timeline of the case.
Confusing Service by Mail and Personal Delivery
A common error is to fill out parts of both Section 4 (Service by Mail) and Section 5 (Service by Personal Delivery) for the same recipient, or to fill out the wrong section altogether. Each method has distinct requirements, and mixing them up creates an ambiguous and invalid proof of service. You must choose one method for each act of service and complete only the corresponding section (4 or 5) fully and accurately.
Incomplete Mailing Information
When using 'Service by Mail' (Section 4), people frequently forget to fill in the date, city, and state from which the document was mailed in subsection (c). This information is legally required to establish when the service was officially completed. Omitting these details makes the proof of service defective and can be grounds for the court to reject the filing.
Omitting the Time of Personal Delivery
For 'Service by Personal Delivery' (Section 5), the form requires the date and the specific time the document was handed to the recipient. Many people fill in the date but overlook the field for the time. Unlike service by mail, the exact time of personal delivery can be a crucial legal detail, and its omission can render the proof of service technically deficient.
Signing the Form Before the Service Date
The server signs the form on a date that is before the date of mailing (Section 4c) or personal delivery (Section 5). The signature on this form is a declaration 'under penalty of perjury' that the service has already been completed. Signing it beforehand constitutes a false statement and invalidates the entire document. The server must perform the service first, then fill out and sign the form.
Missing Signature or Date
The server forgets to sign or date the form in Section 6. An unsigned or undated declaration is legally worthless and will be immediately rejected by the court clerk. This simple oversight is a very common reason for filing rejections, forcing the filer to have the server sign a new form and refile it, causing unnecessary delays. AI-powered form filling tools like Instafill.ai can help prevent this by flagging empty signature and date fields before submission.
Using the Wrong Form for Electronic Service
The filer serves the documents via email or a court's e-filing portal but uses this CR-106 form to prove it. This form explicitly states it is for service by mail or personal delivery and directs users to a different form (POS-050/EFS-050) for electronic service. Using the incorrect form for the method of service will result in the proof of service being rejected.
Illegible Handwriting on a Printed Form
Many people print the PDF and fill it out by hand, but their handwriting is difficult to read. Court clerks and opposing counsel must be able to clearly read case numbers, addresses, and names. If the information is illegible, the filing may be rejected, or worse, the data may be entered incorrectly into the court system, causing major issues. To avoid this, the form should be filled out electronically before printing. If the form is a non-fillable PDF, tools like Instafill.ai can convert it into a fillable version to ensure all text is clear and legible.

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CR-106 has a Form Complexity Index of 47 out of 100, in the moderate tier: 48 fillable fields across 2 pages. Instafill.ai's AI fills it in under a minute, with every field there for you to review before you download.
What is the purpose of Form CR-106, Proof of Service?
This form is used to provide official proof to the court that you have delivered (or "served") legal documents related to a criminal record clearing request to all required parties and agencies.
Who is supposed to fill out and sign this form?
The person who delivers the documents, known as the "server," must fill out and sign this form. The server must be at least 18 years old and should not be a party to the case.
What is the difference between 'Service by Mail' and 'Service by Personal Delivery'?
Service by Mail (Section 4) is when you send the documents via the U.S. Postal Service. Service by Personal Delivery (Section 5) is when the documents are hand-delivered directly to the recipient.
Where do I file the completed CR-106 form?
The completed and signed form should be filed with the court clerk at the Superior Court where your case is being handled. You should also keep a copy for your personal records.
What information do I need to fill in the header of the form?
You need to provide the full name and street address of the Superior Court, the criminal case number, and the case name, which is typically 'People of the State of California v. [Your Name]'.
What do I write in Section 2 where it asks for the document name?
In Section 2, you must write the official title of the specific criminal record clearing document you served, such as 'Petition for Dismissal' or 'Request for Vacatur'.
What should I do if I served documents to more than two people or agencies?
The form has space for two recipients. If you served more, check the box at the end of Section 4 or 5 and attach a separate page listing the additional recipients' details, labeling the page 'CR-106, Item 4' or 'CR-106, Item 5'.
Can I use this form if I served the documents via email?
No, this form is only for service by mail or personal delivery. For electronic service, you must use the 'Proof of Electronic Service' form (POS-050/EFS-050).
When should the server sign the form?
The server must sign and date the form in Section 6 only *after* they have successfully delivered the documents. The signature confirms under penalty of perjury that the service was completed as described.
Can AI help me fill out this form to save time?
Yes, services like Instafill.ai use AI to auto-fill form fields accurately with your information. This can help you complete the form faster and reduce the chance of errors.
How can I fill out Form CR-106 online using Instafill.ai?
You can upload the CR-106 PDF to the Instafill.ai platform. It will convert the document into a user-friendly, fillable format that you can complete and save directly from your web browser.
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