Merced County Release of Notice of Pending Action Form
Last validated September 8, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Merced County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Atwater, Ballico, Cressey, Delhi, Dos Palos, El Nido, Gustine, Hilmar and 10 more.
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Merced County Release of Notice of Pending Action Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Merced County Release of Notice of Pending Action Guide
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Merced County Completed Example of the Release of Notice of Pending Action Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Merced County Recorder
Merced, California 95340-3729
Hours: M-F 8:00am - 4:30pm / Recording until 3:30pm
Phone: (209) 385-7627
Recording Tips for Merced County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
- Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
Cities and Jurisdictions in Merced County
Properties in any of these areas use Merced County forms:
- Atwater
- Ballico
- Cressey
- Delhi
- Dos Palos
- El Nido
- Gustine
- Hilmar
- Le Grand
- Livingston
- Los Banos
- Merced
- Planada
- Santa Rita Park
- Snelling
- South Dos Palos
- Stevinson
- Winton
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Merced County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Merced County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Merced County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Merced County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Merced County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Merced County?
Recording fees in Merced County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (209) 385-7627 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
In California, the document notifying a property owner and the public about a pending lawsuit regarding that property, is called a Notice of Pending Action. The statutes primarily governing the recording of a notice of pendency of action are found at Code Civil Procedure, sections 405--405.61.
What happens, though, when the case is resolved? At that point, the plaintiff (individual who filed the suit) files a release. This action serves as notice of the resolution and clears the title. The Release of Notice of Pending Action in California is governed by the provisions of Code of Civ. Proc. section 405.50.
The release form identifies the parties and the property. It includes references to the pending lawsuit and the relevant dates. Before recording, the release form must be signed, in the presence of a notary public or other authorized official, by the party that recorded the original notice of pending action, or their successor in interest. Submit the release to the office of the recorder for the county in which the original lis pendens was recorded.
Lawsuits can be complicated, and even small errors can affect the outcome of a case. Please contact an attorney with questions about using the Release of Notice of Pending Action, or for any other issues related to real property in California.
(California Release of Pending Action Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Merced County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Release of Notice of Pending Action meets all recording requirements specific to Merced County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Merced County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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