Personnel File Request Sample Form for California Employees
Here is the language to use when you want to request a copy of your personnel file, payroll records and any other documents that you signed that are in your present or former employer's possession:
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Dear (Name of Employer/Manager/HR):
As per Cal. Labor Code Sections 1198.5, 226(b) and 432, please forward a copy of my personnel file, including any and all documents I signed which are in your possession and all my payroll records, within 21 business days of this request, as required by law.
Thank you.
(Employee Name)
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Date:
Dear (Name of Employer/Manager/HR):
As per Cal. Labor Code Sections 1198.5, 226(b) and 432, please forward a copy of my personnel file, including any and all documents I signed which are in your possession and all my payroll records, within 21 business days of this request, as required by law.
Thank you.
(Employee Name)
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