A qualified survivor of a deceased active or retired member may be eligible for survivor benefits.  The following survivor(s) may qualify for benefits:

• Qualified Spouse
• Qualified Domestic Partner -- Declaration of Domestic Partnership must be filed with LAFPP or the State of California
• Qualified Minor Child(ren)
• Qualified Dependent Child(ren)
• Qualified Dependent Parent(s)

Eligibility for survivor benefits is based on:

• Whether the survivor meets the criteria of "qualified survivor" as determined by the provisions of the member’s pension tier; and
• The member's status at the time of death -- active or retired.

To learn more about survivor benefits, view the following:

• How to Apply for Qualified Survivor Benefits
• "Survivor Benefits" section of the Summary Plan Description (SPD) for the member's pension tier:
  • Tier 2 - SPD
  • Tier 3 - SPD
  • Tier 4 - SPD
  • Tier 5 - SPD
• Survivor Benefits Handbook
• Health Insurance Subsidy for Qualified Surviving Spouses/Domestic Partners
• Survivor Benefit Purchase Program for Retirees