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Form WG-007/EJ-165, Financial Statement (Wage Garnishment—Enforcement of Judgment), page 1
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The WG-007/EJ-165, Financial Statement, is a legal document required by the Judicial Council of California in wage garnishment proceedings. It provides the court and creditors with a detailed breakdown of a debtor's income, expenses, assets, and dependents to determine their ability to pay and to assess claims of exemption. Today, this form can be filled out quickly and accurately using AI-powered services like Instafill.ai, which can also convert non-fillable PDF versions into interactive fillable forms.
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13 checks built for this form, so a wrong date or a missing answer is caught before anyone else sees it.

Verifies Monthly Take-Home Pay Calculation

This check ensures the 'My monthly take-home pay' (field 2c) is correctly calculated by subtracting 'My TOTAL payroll deduction amount' (field 2b) from 'My gross monthly pay' (field 2a). This is a critical calculation for determining disposable income, and an error could misrepresent the filer's financial situation. If the calculation is incorrect, the form submission should be flagged for manual review or rejected until corrected.

Verifies Total Monthly Income Calculation

This validation confirms that the 'TOTAL MONTHLY INCOME' (field 2e) is the correct sum of 'My monthly take-home pay' (field 2c) and 'Other money I get each month' (field 2d). This total figure is fundamental to the entire financial statement. An incorrect total would invalidate any assessment of the filer's ability to pay, leading to an improper judgment.

Verifies Total Monthly Expenses Calculation

This check ensures that the 'TOTAL MONTHLY EXPENSES' (field 4n) accurately reflects the sum of all itemized expenses from fields 4a through 4m. This total is compared against total income to assess financial hardship. A miscalculation could either overstate or understate the filer's necessary expenses, skewing the outcome of the wage garnishment claim.

Ensures Consistency Between Installment Payments and Debts

This validation cross-references the 'Installment payments' total in the expenses section (field 4j) with the sum of all 'MO. PAYMENTS' listed in the debts section (item 5). The two values must be equal to ensure the filer's listed debts and expenses are consistent. A mismatch indicates either an omission of a debt or an error in reporting monthly expenses, requiring correction for an accurate financial picture.

Mandatory Marital Status Declaration

This check verifies that exactly one of the three checkboxes in item 9 ('My spouse has signed below', 'I have no spouse', 'My spouse and I are living separate and apart') is selected. This declaration is legally required and determines the signature requirements for the form. Failure to select one option makes the form incomplete and legally invalid.

Conditional Requirement for Spouse's Signature

This validation enforces the rule that if the 'My spouse has signed below' checkbox in item 9 is selected, then the 'SIGNATURE OF SPOUSE' and 'TYPE OR PRINT NAME OF SPOUSE' fields must be filled. This is crucial for legal validity, as it confirms the spouse's acknowledgment of the shared financial information. If the box is checked but the signature is missing, the form is considered incomplete.

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  • Prohibits Spouse's Signature When Not Applicable
  • Ensures Primary Declarant Signature and Date
  • Validates Format of All Monetary Fields
  • Validates Format of Dependent's Age
  • Completeness Check for Case Identifiers
  • Logical Consistency of Spousal Information
  • Verifies Payroll Deduction Summation

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  1. Navigate to Instafill.ai and upload or select Form WG-007/EJ-165.
  2. Use the AI assistant to accurately input your case details, including the Levying Officer File Number and Court Case Number.
  3. Provide information about your dependents, monthly income, and payroll deductions in the designated sections.
  4. List all your assets, such as cash, bank accounts, vehicles, and real estate, as prompted by the system.
  5. Detail your monthly expenses and itemize all outstanding debts to provide a complete financial picture.
  6. Add any other relevant facts or unusual expenses that support your Claim of Exemption in the provided space.
  7. Review all the information filled in by the AI, have your spouse sign if required, then sign and date the form before downloading the completed document.

Common Mistakes in Completing WG-007/EJ-165

The ones the AI is built to catch.

Forgetting the Spouse's Signature
The form explicitly states that a spouse must sign unless they are living separate and apart. This is one of the most common reasons for rejection, as it's a strict legal requirement. Forgetting the signature or failing to check the appropriate box in item 9 will invalidate the statement. Always review the signature requirements and ensure all necessary parties sign and date the form before submission.
Confusing Gross Pay with Take-Home Pay
People often enter their take-home pay in the 'gross monthly pay' field (2a) or vice-versa. Gross pay is your total earnings before any deductions, while take-home pay is what you actually receive after taxes and other withholdings. This error skews the entire financial picture and can lead to an incorrect assessment of your ability to pay. To avoid this, carefully check your pay stub to distinguish between the gross amount and the net (take-home) amount.
Incorrectly Calculating Income and Expense Totals
The form requires several manual calculations, such as total payroll deductions (2b), monthly take-home pay (2c), and total monthly expenses (4n). Simple arithmetic errors are frequent and can undermine the credibility of your entire statement. An incorrect total can lead to judges or creditors questioning the accuracy of all the information provided. Double-check all your math, or use a calculator to ensure accuracy. AI-powered tools like Instafill.ai can prevent this by performing calculations automatically as you enter data.
Reporting Full Property Value Instead of Equity
In section 3, for items like cars (3c) and real estate (3d), the form asks for 'equity,' not the total value. Equity is the property's current market value minus the amount you still owe on it. Listing the full value of a car or home without subtracting the loan balance dramatically overstates your assets. To avoid this, first determine the property's market value, then subtract the outstanding loan balance to find the correct equity figure to report.
Omitting a Dependent's Income
When listing dependents in section 1, filers often forget to include the dependent's own income, if any. The form specifically asks for the 'Monthly Take-Home Income & Source' for each dependent to assess the actual level of financial dependency. Omitting this information provides an incomplete picture and may be interpreted as an attempt to exaggerate financial hardship. Ensure you accurately report any income your dependents receive, such as from part-time jobs or benefits.
Double-Counting Auto Loan Payments
A frequent mistake is listing an auto loan payment under 'Transportation & auto expenses' (4i) and also including it in the 'Installment payments' total (4j) which is itemized in section 5. The form specifically instructs filers to list car payments in item 5. This error inflates your monthly expenses, making your budget appear inaccurate. To prevent this, list auto loan payments only in section 5 and ensure the total is correctly carried over to line 4j.
Providing Incomplete Debt Information
In section 5, filers are required to list all debts with the creditor, monthly payment, total balance owed, and who is responsible for the debt. People often list only the monthly payment, forgetting to include the total outstanding balance. This missing information prevents a full understanding of your debt obligations. Always provide all requested details for each debt to present a complete and accurate financial profile.
Leaving Header Information Blank
The top of the form requires a 'Short Title,' 'Levying Officer File No.,' and 'Court Case No.' People sometimes leave these fields blank because they don't have the information readily available. This information is critical for linking your financial statement to the correct legal case. Leaving it blank can cause significant processing delays or result in the document being misplaced. Locate these numbers on previous court notices or legal documents before you begin filling out the form.
Failing to Itemize Deductions and Expenses
The form asks for specific itemization in several areas, such as payroll deductions (2b) and installment payments (5). Instead of breaking down the amounts as requested, people sometimes enter a single, unexplained lump sum. This lack of detail can raise questions about the validity of the figures. Always provide the specific breakdown where requested to ensure your statement is transparent and easy to understand.
Forgetting to List 'Other' Sources of Income
Filers sometimes focus only on their primary job's income and forget to list other sources in section 2d, such as freelance work, gig economy income, government benefits, or financial support from family. Omitting any source of income, no matter how small or irregular, can be viewed as a misrepresentation of your financial situation. Be thorough and list all money you receive on a monthly basis to ensure your statement is true and correct. AI form-fillers like Instafill.ai can help by providing prompts and reminders for commonly forgotten fields.
Using Estimates Instead of Actual Expense Figures
For the monthly expenses in section 4, people often guess or estimate amounts for categories like 'Food' or 'Utilities' rather than using actual figures. These estimates can be inaccurate and may not reflect your true spending, potentially weakening your claim. To avoid this, review your last few months of bank and credit card statements to calculate an accurate monthly average for each category. If the form is a non-fillable PDF, a tool like Instafill.ai can convert it to a fillable version, making it easier to input precise data.

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What is the purpose of the Financial Statement (Form WG-007/EJ-165)?
This form is used to detail your financial situation when your wages are being garnished. It supports a Claim of Exemption by showing that you need your earnings to provide for the basic necessities of life for yourself and your family.
Who needs to fill out this Financial Statement?
You need to complete this form if you are subject to a wage garnishment (Earnings Withholding Order) and you want to ask the court to reduce the amount being withheld due to financial hardship.
Does my spouse have to sign this form?
Yes, your spouse must sign the form unless you are not married or you and your spouse are living separate and apart. If your spouse does not sign, you must check the applicable box in item 9 on the second page.
What is the difference between 'gross monthly pay' and 'monthly take-home pay' in section 2?
Gross monthly pay is your total earnings before any deductions. Monthly take-home pay is the amount you actually receive after all deductions like taxes, FICA, and health insurance have been subtracted.
What kind of information should I include in section 6, 'Other facts which support this Claim of Exemption'?
Use this section to describe any unusual financial circumstances not listed elsewhere, such as high medical bills, emergency expenses, or special educational needs for a dependent. These details help the judge understand your unique budget pressures.
In section 3, what does 'equity' mean for cars and real estate?
Equity is the current market value of the asset minus the amount you still owe on it. For example, if your car is worth $10,000 and you have a $4,000 loan balance, your equity is $6,000.
Where do I list my credit card payments?
You should list the total of all your installment payments, including credit cards, in item 4j. Then, provide a detailed breakdown of each debt, including the creditor and monthly payment, in the table under item 5.
What should I do after I complete the form?
You must file the completed and signed form with the levying officer (e.g., the county sheriff) who served the wage garnishment. Keep a copy for your records and send another copy to the creditor.
How long does it take for a decision to be made after I submit this form?
After you file, the creditor has a period to object to your claim. If they do not object, the levying officer will adjust your withholding; if they do object, a court hearing will be set to decide the matter.
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If you have a non-fillable or 'flat' PDF, you can use a tool like Instafill.ai. It can convert the static document into an interactive, fillable form that you can easily complete and save on your computer.
What is the difference between an 'earnings withholding order' (item 7) and a 'wage assignment for support' (item 8)?
An earnings withholding order is a general wage garnishment for a debt judgment. A wage assignment for support is a specific order to withhold wages for court-ordered child or spousal support, which often takes priority.
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