Fee Waiver

FW-003: Order on Court Fee Waiver (Superior Court)

Current as of July 21, 2026 · updated dailyJudicial Council of California

This form is used by a judge to approve a request from someone who cannot afford to pay court fees, allowing them to proceed with their case without paying filing fees or other court costs. A person would need this form if they have low income or limited money and want the court to waive (skip) the fees that are normally required to file a lawsuit or other court case.

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