EmploymentQuestion 982 of 1605
May a California employer provide itemized wage statements electronically instead of on paper?
a.Yes, if employees can access and print an accurate, itemized electronic record containing all required §226 information
b.No, wage statements must always be paper
c.Only if the employee pays a fee
d.Only for exempt employees
Explanation
Electronic wage statements are permissible in California provided the electronic record is accurate, contains all nine categories of information required by Labor Code §226, and employees can readily access and print it (for example, through a secure portal). The format may be electronic, but the substantive itemization requirements and the employee's access to a printable copy remain mandatory.
Law Reference: Labor Code §226; electronic wage statementsPractice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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