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Applicants that are receiving assistance from TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) or Food Stamps; have an income that is insufficient or barely sufficient to meet the daily essentials of life; or if the applicant demonstrates other good cause are eligible for a fee waiver or deferral.  If your monthly income is less than 150% of the current federal poverty level or if your income is more than 150% of the current federal poverty level and you have proof of extraordinary expenses, you may be eligible to apply for a fee waiver or deferral.

Prior to filing a request for a fee waiver or deferral you will need the following:

• Time and patience
• Names of individuals you financially support (this includes child support and spousal maintenance)
• Employer name and phone number (if employed)
• Income from last year
• Monthly income
• Spouse's monthly income
• Monthly debts and expenses
• Remaining balance on loans
• Current money available in accounts
• If you are currently enrolled in a Government Assistance Program you will need to provide proof that you were enrolled prior to filing and that you are the recipient of the benefits
• Social security number (if applicable)
• If known, last address of the person you are serving the Affidavit in Support of Application for Deferral or Waiver of Service of Process Fees

You can request a fee waiver or deferral for:

• Filing a case
• Issuance of a summons or subpoena
• Cost of attending an educational program
• 1 certified copy of a temporary order in a family law case
• 1 certified copy of the final order of a court
• Preparation of the record on appeal
• Fees for reporters or transcribers
• Services of process costs
• Service by publication