California Wage Statement Review Checklist

Systematically verify itemized wage statement (pay stub) contents against core California Labor Code requirements. This tool runs entirely in your browser—no names, SSNs, wage amounts, or data are stored or transmitted.

Important Limitation:Educational information only, not legal advice. A completed checklist does not certify compliance or legal sufficiency. This general framework may not capture specific requirements for special industries, collective bargaining agreements, local rules, and unusual pay arrangements. Verified September 21, 2026.

Source: California Legislature; California Department of Industrial Relations (Cal. Lab. Code §§226, 226.2, 246). Last verified 2026-09-21; review safe through 2027-01-15. Educational information only—not legal advice.

1. Context & Applicability

Is this employee working in California?

Are you confident this role is a W-2 employment relationship?

Is the employee classified as exempt or nonexempt?

This affects whether total hours and hourly rates must appear.

Is the employee paid on a piece-rate basis?

This controls whether additional itemization requirements apply.

How is paid sick leave availability provided to the employee?