A party may prepare a motion that will either be submitted to the Court in writing or be presented in person at a general or special sitting of the Court. 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). The accident or injury (tort) occurred in the judicial district (CCP 395); The real property in dispute is located in the judicial district (CCP 392). (2) On motion, the Court may direct that all or part of a proceeding be heard in camera if it is satisfied that the hearing should not be open to the public. The Court may strike a pleading on the ground that it is scandalous, frivolous, or vexatious (r. 221(1)(c) of the Rules). Types of defenses to consider for a plaintiff's motion for summary judgment. □ How to Submit a Motion □. Dennis STOUT, Clyde Boyd, Daniel Lough, and the County of San Bernardino, Defendants.