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Involuntary and Voluntary Pay Deductions: California

Involuntary and Voluntary Pay Deductions requirements for other states

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Vicki M. Lambert, The Payroll Advisor

Summary

  • California law includes employer requirements regarding involuntary deductions, including those to satisfy court or agency withholding orders for child support, creditor garnishments and tax levies. See Involuntary Pay Deductions.
  • California law regulates voluntary wage assignments that an employee asks their employer to make on their behalf to satisfy a debt. See Voluntary Pay Deductions.