You may use the forms on this page if the following factors apply to your situation :

  • You (Defendant) received a summons and a complaint showing a civil lawsuit has been filed against you in Maricopa County Superior Court, AND,
  • You do not want a judgment against you without the Judge receiving your response and input first.

Packets contain ALL forms and ALL instructions needed for this process. Where there are separate packets for Instructions and Forms, get BOTH packets.

Civil Answer Forms and Instructions - CVC3

Or download instructions and forms individually

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Helpful Information about the Civil Answer - cvc31h

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Instructions: How to Complete the Forms in the Civil Answer Packet - cvc31i

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Procedures: How to File the Civil Answer - cvc31p

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Civil Answer - cvc31f

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Certificate of Compulsory Arbitration - cv03f

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Defendant's Demand for Jury Trial - cvc32f

Disclaimer: The files included within the Law Library Resource Center's website are copyrighted. Users have permission to use the files, forms, and information for any lawful purpose. The files and forms are not intended to be used to engage in the unauthorized practice of law. The Court assumes no responsibility and accepts no liability tor actions taken by the users of these documents, including reliance on their contents. All files are under continual revision. If you are not using these forms right away, or if you plan to use them repeatedly, we strongly recommend that you check the site regularly to determine whether the files you are using have been updated.

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