Form MC-025. Attachment to Judicial Council

Form MC-025 is a standardized attachment form approved by the Judicial Council of California. It is used to add extra pages or detailed explanations to many different California court forms when the original form does not provide enough space. Rather than submitting free-form documents, courts prefer this attachment because it keeps filings organized, consistent, and easier to review.

Purpose and When This Form Is Used

MC-025 is used whenever a court form requires additional information that cannot reasonably fit into the provided fields. The attachment becomes part of the main filing and must clearly identify which form and which item it supplements. It does not replace the main form; instead, it expands on specific sections.

This attachment may be used with virtually any Judicial Council form, including motions, requests, declarations, and applications. If the main form is signed under penalty of perjury, the statements included in MC-025 are also considered to be made under penalty of perjury.

Who Can Use Form MC-025

Form MC-025 may be completed and filed by:

• Self-represented litigants (individuals without an attorney)
• Attorneys filing documents on behalf of clients
• Parties responding to court orders or requests for additional detail

Explanation of Each Section

Case Number

This field must match the case number used on the primary court form. If the case number is missing or incorrect, the attachment may not be properly associated with the case.

Short Title

The short title usually includes the names of the parties (for example, “Smith v. Jones”). This should be identical to the short title on the main Judicial Council form.

Attachment (Number)

Here you indicate the specific item, question, or section of the main form that this attachment relates to. This is critical for the judge or court clerk to understand where the additional information belongs.

Additional Pages

The body of the attachment contains the extra information. Pages may be added as required, but they should remain clearly organized and directly related to the referenced item.

When You Must Use MC-025 (and When You Do Not)

You should use MC-025 when:

• The original court form does not provide enough space
• The instructions for the form allow or require attachments
• You need to provide detailed explanations, lists, or calculations

You generally do not need MC-025 when:

• The form already provides sufficient space
• The court specifically requires a different attachment or declaration form
• You are submitting evidence, exhibits, or declarations that have their own required format

Legal and Procedural Context

California courts rely on standardized Judicial Council forms to ensure uniformity and fairness in filings. MC-025 exists to prevent informal or confusing add-ons that could delay processing. Because many court filings are made under penalty of perjury, any statements added through this attachment carry the same legal weight as statements on the main form.

Typical Documents Attached Using MC-025

• Detailed explanations of requests or objections
• Itemized lists or breakdowns
• Extended factual statements supporting a motion
• Clarifications required by court instructions

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Failing to identify which item or section the attachment relates to
• Using a different case number or short title than the main form
• Including unrelated information that does not correspond to the referenced item
• Forgetting that statements may be treated as made under penalty of perjury

Practical Tips for Completing the Form

• Use clear headings or numbering that match the item number on the main form
• Keep the language concise and directly relevant
• Number additional pages if the attachment is longer than one page
• Review the main form’s instructions before adding attachments

Real-Life Examples of Use

• A self-represented party needs extra space to explain facts supporting a request for a court order.
• An attorney attaches a detailed breakdown of amounts requested in a motion.
• A litigant provides an extended explanation required by a specific item on a Judicial Council form.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can MC-025 be used with any California court form?

Yes. It is approved for optional use with any Judicial Council form, unless the form instructions state otherwise.

Does this attachment need to be signed separately?

No separate signature is usually required, but the statements are treated as part of the signed main form.

Can I add multiple MC-025 attachments?

Yes. You may use additional pages or multiple attachments as needed, as long as each is clearly identified.

Is MC-025 required for exhibits?

No. Exhibits typically follow different formatting rules and are not added using MC-025.

What happens if I do not clearly reference the item number?

The court may have difficulty understanding where the information belongs, which can delay review or processing.

Micro-FAQ

• Purpose: Adds extra information to California court forms.
• Who files: Parties or attorneys in a California court case.
• When used: When the main form has insufficient space.
• Legal effect: Statements may be under penalty of perjury.
• Filed with: The same court as the main Judicial Council form.

Related Forms

• MC-030 Declaration
• MC-020 Ex Parte Application
• CM-010 Civil Case Cover Sheet

Form Details

Form Name: Attachment
Form Number: MC-025
Jurisdiction: California
Issued By: Judicial Council of California
Revision Date: July 1, 2009