You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts. A sample filled-in form with instructions is available in the Forms section of this guide.A petition for declaratory relief in California is used to obtain a judicial declaration on the rights and duties of parties under a contract or statute. A declaratory judgment is a court-issued judgment that defines and outlines the rights and obligations of each party in a contract. Plaintiffs challenge a City of Sacramento (City) ordinance. A declaratory judgment means that the court confirms some fact or legal position but without ordering anyone to do anything. E.g. When you begin your lawsuit, you need to complete this form (summons). Declaratory Judgment Act, 28 U.S.C. § 2201. If you do not answer or take other action within the time allowed, judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. ZELON, Acting P. J.. NOT TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE OFFICIAL REPORTS.