California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP
CCP §1250.140: Where the state is a defendant, the summons and the complaint shall be served on the Attorney General.
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When the state is sued, the summons and complaint must be served on the Attorney General.
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Where the state is a defendant, the summons and the complaint shall be served on the Attorney General.
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