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Request to Waive Court Fees (FW-001)

Ask the court to let you file papers and receive services without paying court fees and costs because you are getting public benefits, you are a low-income person, or you do not have enough income to pay your basic needs and your court fees.

Get form FW-001
  • españolGet form FW-001 in Spanish (Spanish)

Effective: April 1, 2024

View FW-001 Request to Waive Court Fees form View FW-001 Request to Waive Court Fees form

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