Life Events
Separation Options
Members who voluntarily or involuntarily separate employment with any SBCERA participating employer have certain rights and options regarding their SBCERA account. The information below provides you with an overview of your options to help you decide what to do with your account.
Divorce & Your Benefits
California is a community property state. Therefore, retirement plan benefits earned during your marriage may be considered community property and subject to division upon your dissolution of marriage (i.e. divorce).
Pursuant to the laws of California, if you are a member of SBCERA while you are married, your former spouse may be entitled to an interest in the community property portion of your retirement benefit.