FL-140 is a California family court form used in divorce, legal separation, and annulment cases to confirm that a party has completed their required financial disclosures. California law requires both parties to exchange full, accurate, and transparent information about income, expenses, assets, and debts before a judgment can be entered. FL-140 is not the disclosure itself—it is the form that declares to the court that the disclosure packet has been completed and served on the other party.

This form plays a crucial role in ensuring fairness during the division of property, determination of support, and negotiation of settlement agreements. By filing FL-140, a party confirms under penalty of perjury that they have provided the other side with an Income and Expense Declaration (FL-150), a Schedule of Assets and Debts (FL-142) or Property Declaration (FL-160), and all supporting financial documents. The court uses this declaration to verify that both sides have exchanged the financial information needed for honest negotiations.

FL-140 helps prevent unfair settlements and protects both parties by making sure no one hides income, conceals assets, or misrepresents financial responsibilities. Without this declaration, the court cannot finalize a divorce judgment—whether it is contested, uncontested, or based on a written agreement—because the judge must be certain that each party received complete financial information. This requirement promotes transparency and reduces the likelihood of disputes arising after the judgment is entered.

There are two main types of disclosure referenced in FL-140: preliminary and final. Preliminary disclosures are mandatory for everyone and must be exchanged early in the case. Final disclosures are required before submitting a judgment unless both parties mutually agree in writing to waive them. FL-140 allows the court to track which disclosures have been served and whether any waivers apply.

In summary, FL-140 is an essential form that confirms each party has fulfilled their financial disclosure obligations in a family law case. It ensures transparency, protects against unfair settlements, and allows the court to proceed with a judgment. When completed accurately and served properly, this form helps create a fair and efficient path toward resolving financial issues and finalizing the case.