When the Civil Lawsuit Notice is served, it must reflect the most up-to-date information available concerning the date, time and location of the next CMC. A motion to strike a complaint or cross-complaint must be brought within thirty (30) days of service of summons.CCP § 412.20 (a)(3). This HowTo Guide addresses the steps for filing and serving motions in general civil cases in Santa Clara Superior Court. This book can help you fill out the right forms to file or respond to a motion. Forms: There are no fill-in-the-blanks Motion to Strike forms. You must create your own Motion to Strike on pleading paper. In California family law, motions to strike are generally filed to request the court to remove certain parts of the opposing party's pleadings. In California, a motion to strike complaint is technically not permitted in an unlawful detainer case. Cal. Super. - 6th Dist.