The FL-155 Financial Affidavit form is used in California divorce proceedings for individuals who exclusively receive income from specific sources such as wages, unemployment insurance, or SSI benefits. It allows users to disclose simplified financial details to the court when their financial scenario does not require detailed disclosures. Learn more.
You should use the FL-155 form when you have limited sources of income (fixed wages, Welfare, UI, SSI, SDI, WC, or Retirement only), are not self-employed, and are not involved in disputes over spousal support or attorney fees. If your financial situation requires detailed disclosures or you have income from other sources, use the FL-150 form instead.
When filing the FL-155 form, you must attach copies of your pay stubs for the last two months and two years of your most recent federal tax returns. These attachments are required to provide the court with accurate financial information.
To file the FL-155, complete the form with accurate financial information, attach the required documents, mail a copy to the other party and their attorney, and submit the original to the court clerk. Follow local court procedures for any additional requirements.
Pay special attention to sections like Item 12 (Additional Information), Item 13 (Expense Attachment), Item 1b (Income Application), Item 5 (Income Sources), Item 6 (Child Expenses), and Item 9 (Pay Stubs). Attach additional sheets if necessary and ensure you only list income sources specified on the form.
After filing, keep a copy for your records, ensure the other party has been served, wait for their response, prepare for court hearings, and attend scheduled hearings. The court may make decisions based on submitted information if you are absent.
Common related forms include FL-100 (Divorce Petition), FL-110 (Summons), FL-105 (UCCJEA), FL-115 (Proof of Service), FL-117 (Notice and Acknowledgement of Receipt), FL-141 (Declaration Regarding Service), FL-300 (Request For Order), FL-311 (Child Custody and Visitation), FL-335 (Proof of Service by Mail), FL-341 (Parenting Time), FL-342 (Child Support Order), FL-140 (Declaration of Disclosure), FL-142 (Schedule of Assets and Debts), FL-144 (Waiver of Final Declaration), FL-145 (Form Interrogatories), FL-150 (Income and Expense Declaration), and FL-160 (Declaration of Assets). View all forms.
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The FL-155 guidance was reviewed by Carmee Murphy, an attorney with 20 years of experience in civil litigation and recognized by the New York and Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® Rising Stars lists. View profile.
No, the information provided is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. It does not create an attorney-client relationship between the author and any readers or users of this content.
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