FL-347 is a California family court attachment form used when one or both parties request bifurcation—a legal process that allows the court to terminate the marital or domestic partnership status early, before all other issues in the case are resolved. In other words, bifurcation lets the parties legally end the marriage or partnership now, while issues such as property division, support, and custody continue to be litigated. FL-347 is attached to the judgment or order to set out the terms and conditions the court imposes when granting bifurcation.

The form outlines the specific findings the court must make before allowing the parties to restore their status to single. California law requires safeguards to protect both parties when bifurcation is granted, ensuring neither person is harmed financially or legally by ending the marital status early. FL-347 includes required conditions such as maintaining health insurance coverage, preserving certain tax benefits, protecting retirement interests, and ensuring that both parties continue to comply with disclosure obligations.

FL-347 also documents the court’s orders relating to financial protections, often referred to as “statutory conditions.” These may include restrictions on disposing of assets, requirements for reimbursement if insurance coverage is lost, or conditions ensuring that retirement benefits are preserved until properly divided. The purpose of these conditions is to ensure that ending the marital status does not unfairly disadvantage either party while the remaining issues are still pending.

The form is typically attached to a judgment of bifurcation, which itself is usually filed on FL-180 or another judgment form. FL-347 ensures the judgment clearly states that only the marital status is being terminated and that all other issues—such as support, custody, and property division—will be handled separately. This prevents confusion and provides a clear legal roadmap for how the remainder of the case will proceed.

In summary, FL-347 is an essential attachment used when a party wants the marriage or domestic partnership legally ended before the rest of the case is finished. It documents the required legal conditions, protects both parties’ rights, and ensures the court’s bifurcation order complies with California Family Code requirements. When properly completed, FL-347 allows the parties to regain single status early while safeguarding all unresolved issues until final judgment.