My question involves court procedures for the state of: California
I found lawsuit forms for small claims court on my doorstep. I was out of state at the time and live by myself. The forms are for my girlfriend who lives in Missouri. The plaintiff has listed my address as where my girlfriend (the defendant) lives. She has never lived there. A proof of service has been filed by sub-serving "John Doe". I was never served in person.
Is this a legal service? Can a person in California sue in California small claims court against a person living in Missouri?
Also, the defendant will not be showing up for this case in court but has filed a request for a dismissal based upon not being served and living in Missouri. Can I show up to court, if it goes that far, and be heard that is was an improper service since I am supposedly "John Doe"?
Thanks for your help.

