Order on Court Fee Waiver After Hearing (Superior Court)

Judicial Council of California · Fee Waiver

Verified current as of July 16, 2026

This form allows a judge to make a final decision about whether to waive or reduce court fees for someone who cannot afford to pay them, after holding a hearing to review their financial situation. Court staff, judges, and people who applied for a fee waiver use this form to document the judge's ruling so that eligible low-income individuals can proceed with their case without paying court costs.