Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 583.250
583.250
Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1705, Sec. 5.
(a) If service is not made in an action within the time prescribed in this article:
- (1) The action shall not be further prosecuted and no further proceedings shall be held in the action.
- (2) The action shall be dismissed by the court on its own motion or on motion of any person interested in the action, whether named as a party or not, after notice to the parties.
- (b) The requirements of this article are mandatory and are not subject to extension, excuse, or exception except as expressly provided by statute.