State overview • CA
California payroll rules snapshot
Final paycheck + vacation payout rules in one place.
Final pay updated: 12/7/2025Vacation updated: 12/7/2025
Final paycheck rules
View full final pay page →Timing
Final Pay Rules (Resignation): Within 72 hrs
Final Pay Rules (Termination): Immediately if fired; next day if laid off
Penalties
Up to 30 days' wages
Vacation / PTO payout
View full vacation page →Accrued PTO as wages
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