California AB2042 allows individuals to challenge default or default judgments if they were not served properly.

California AB2042 amends the Civil Code and the Code of Civil Procedure to allow individuals to challenge default or default judgments if they were not served properly. The bill requires process servers to take photographs at the site of service, with exceptions for safety concerns. It also mandates that proof of service include a readable stamp with date, time, and location details. The bill applies to service attempted or completed on or after January 1, 2027.

California AB2042 allows individuals to challenge default or default judgments if they were not served properly.

California AB2042 amends the Civil Code and the Code of Civil Procedure to allow individuals to challenge default or default judgments if they were not served properly. The bill requires process servers to take photographs at the site of service, with exceptions for safety concerns. It also mandates that proof of service include a readable stamp with date, time, and location details. The bill applies to service attempted or completed on or after January 1, 2027.