CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT
Request to Waive Court Fees (FW-001)
Ask the court to cancel your fees if you can't afford them.
What is Form 000-OR used for?
If you can't afford California court fees, this form asks the court to waive them so you can file your case for free.
Get the fee waiver granted so the case can be filed without paying.
Answer truthfully under penalty of perjury; you must report if your finances improve.
Time, difficulty & who this form is for
Average time
15-30 minutes
Difficulty
moderate
Best for
Low-income Californians filing or responding to a court case
What do I need before I start?
- Your case details (county, case number if you have one)
- How you qualify: a public benefit, low income, or not being able to meet basic needs
- Income, property, and expense details if you qualify by income or hardship
How the walkthrough is organized
Your court and case
The county and case this request belongs to.
About you
Your name, address, and job.
How you qualify
Public benefits, low income, or can't meet basic needs.
Money details
Income, property, and expenses, only if your path needs them.
Sign and submit
Sign under penalty of perjury and file with the clerk.
What happens after I complete it?
Answer the questions, review your document, then follow its official signing and delivery instructions. Downloading does not submit the form.
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