California Emancipation of Minor Income and Expense Declaration is a document used in California to declare the income and expenses of a minor who is seeking emancipation from the jurisdiction of a parent or guardian. The document is used to establish the financial independence of the minor and is necessary for a court to grant an emancipation order. There are two types of California Emancipation of Minor Income and Expense Declaration: an Income Declaration and an Expense Declaration. The Income Declaration is used to declare any income the minor may have, such as wages, government benefits, or investments. The Expense Declaration is used to declare any expenses the minor is responsible for, such as rent, food, clothing, insurance, or medical expenses. Both documents must be filled out in full, signed, and notarized. The documents must be filed with the court in order for an emancipation order to be granted.