In California, replevin cases are typically filed in the Superior Court of the county where the property is located or where the defendant resides. Plaintiff applies for (check all that apply):.Writ of possession after hearing (Code Civ. A writ of replevin is a prejudgment process ordering the seizure or attachment of alleged illegally taken or wrongfully withheld property. Please complete the enclosed REPLEVIN COMPLAINTform included in this packet and sign it in the presence of a Deputy Clerk or Notary Public. The process of starting a replevin action usually begins with filing a complaint. Form FAQs: How do I know what form to use? How do I tell the Court that my address has changed? Entered according to act of Congress in the office of the Librarian of Congress,. 1,464,108.12 Santa Clara ____ , 3,488,636.72.