The California Code of Civil Procedure sets forth the general rules governing the service of summons. Cal. Code Civ. Proc. §§ 415.10 - 415.95. Chapter 17 of the General Corporation Law adds to these provisions. In some cases, the form of the business may be unknown. As it turns out there is a statute for that. Section 415.95(a) provides:
Before relying on this statute, however, it would be prudent to check the Secretary of State's online business search tool because Section 415.95(b) provides that service of a summons pursuant to Section 415.95 is not valid for a corporation with a registered agent for service of process listed with the Secretary of State.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
