IMPORTANT: Do not complete this application if you wish to withdraw from your 457 account. You must complete the 457 Emergency Withdrawal Application.Your contributions and any earnings have the chance to grow tax deferred until you withdraw your money, generally in retirement. If you have any questions about completing this form, or about applying for a withdrawal on your own behalf, please contact Carolina Lopez at (510) 464-6208. Deferred compensation plans allow the participant to defer income today and withdraw it at some point in the future (usually upon retirement)