In the event that a CalPERS account has had a hold placed on it by way of a Joinder, CalPERS requires a “Request for Dismissal”, which is commonly done with California Court form CIV-110.

The form is signed by the party who requested the Joinder or their attorney. Upon the court receiving it, the court clerk can sometimes dismiss the action without the judge’s approval. A copy of the filed dismissal is provided to CalPERS so they will then release the claim on the CalPERS member’s account.

If a community property claim was placed as a result of some method other than a Joinder, a different process may be required to remove the claim on the account.

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The information provided in this article is not intended, nor should be taken as legal advice. The information provided is a general procedural overview and may not always reflect the most current regulations and requirements as they often change with CalPERS and the California Courts. We are bonded and registered Legal Document Assistants and only provide self help legal services at your specific direction.