Court Details
Court name, division, street address, room or department number, and clerk contact information for appearances and inquiries.
The form ensures that all parties receive formal notice of hearing logistics and procedural requirements; accurate notice is essential to protect parties’ legal rights and the court’s jurisdiction.
Parties should follow the methods of service specified on the DV-109 and retain a copy with proof of service for the court record.
Court name, division, street address, room or department number, and clerk contact information for appearances and inquiries.
Case number and style (petitioner v. respondent) so the notice links to the correct court record and avoids service confusion.
Date, time, and estimated duration of the hearing, including whether remote appearance is allowed or required by local rules.
How and when the notice must be served and what constitutes proof (e.g., form POS-010 or other local proof-of-service form).
Any temporary orders, protective provisions, or conditions the court has already entered that parties must follow pending the hearing.
Judicial or clerk signature line, date of issuance, and certificate or stamp showing the notice is an official court document.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Case Number Field | Mandatory, exact-match validation |
| Date/Time Field | MM/DD/YYYY and HH:MM AM/PM validation |
| Service Method Field | Dropdown: personal | mail | electronic (if allowed) |
| Proof Upload Field | PDF upload required for proof-of-service |
Confirm with the local court whether electronic signatures and e-filings are accepted for DV-109; maintain printed copies and proof when required.
Often several days before hearing—check local rule
File proof-of-service before or at hearing per court rules
Appear at the scheduled date/time or request continuance
May have immediate effect; follow court instructions
File as early as possible; opposing party notice may be required
Court issues DV-109 and records issuance details.
Petitioner or process server serves respondent per rules.
Proof of service submitted to the court docket.
Judge hears evidence and issues findings or orders.
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