CALIFORNIA SUPERIOR COURT

Request to Waive Court Fees (FW-001)

Ask the court to cancel your fees if you can't afford them.

If you can't afford California court fees, this form asks the court to waive them so you can file your case for free.

Average time

15-30 minutes

Difficulty

moderate

Best for

Low-income Californians filing or responding to a court case

What this form stands for

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.

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

The county and case this request belongs to.

Your name, address, and job.

Public benefits, low income, or can't meet basic needs.

Income, property, and expenses, only if your path needs them.

Sign under penalty of perjury and file with the clerk.

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