FL-155 is a simplified California family court form used to disclose basic financial information in certain family law cases. It is an alternative to the more detailed FL-150 Income and Expense Declaration and can be used only when specific eligibility requirements are met. FL-155 is typically used in cases involving child support or spousal support when the party’s finances are straightforward—for example, when they have a single source of income, few deductions, and no complex assets or debts. The purpose of this form is to provide the court with the essential financial details needed to make support decisions without the burden of extensive documentation.

The form requires basic information about a party’s income, such as wages, hours worked, pay period schedule, and tax-withholding details. It also includes sections for disclosing any unemployment benefits, Social Security benefits, or disability payments. Unlike the FL-150, FL-155 does not require extensive supporting documents, although pay stubs or income verification may still be necessary. The streamlined format helps the court quickly assess financial need and ability to pay.

In addition to income, FL-155 asks for information about monthly expenses, childcare costs, health insurance premiums, and the number of children supported. This allows the court to apply California’s child support guideline formula accurately. Because the form is simpler than FL-150, it does not request detailed breakdowns of all expenses or a complete accounting of assets and debts. This makes it easier and faster for parties who qualify to complete, but it is only appropriate in cases without financial complexity.

One of the key features of FL-155 is that it can be used only when the party meets strict criteria, such as having no self-employment income, no rental income, no significant investments, and no need to request certain types of support adjustments. If a case involves disputes over property, complicated income sources, or requests for spousal support based on extensive expenses, the court will require the more detailed FL-150. Using FL-155 incorrectly can delay the case or require resubmission with the appropriate form.

In summary, FL-155 provides a simplified way to disclose financial information when a case is straightforward and the party qualifies to use it. It allows the court to gather the essential details needed to calculate support without demanding unnecessary documentation. By offering a shorter, easier form, FL-155 helps streamline the process in less complicated family law matters while still ensuring fairness and accuracy.