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Automatic Fee Waiver

• Some people automatically qualify to have their court fees waived.
• Use JDF 209 - Notice of Fee Waiver
• Attach proof you recieve one of these benefits:
  • Aid to the Blind Colorado.
  • Aid to the Needy and Disabled (AND).
  • Old Age Pension A & B.
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

 

Income-Based Fee Waiver

• To qualify, your household must be below 125% of the poverty line.
• Use JDF 205 - Motion to File Without Payment of Filling Fee or Waive Other Costs Owed to the State and Supporting Financial Affidavit.
• A few courts require bank statements or pay-stubs with the request.
  • Call your court's clerk's office to find out.
  • Do not provide original documents. 

• Also file JDF 206 - Order on the Request to Waive Fees
  • Just complete the boxes at the top of the form.

 

For those in Jail or Prison

• Use JDF 201 - Inmate Request
• Fees can't be waived.
• But, a percentage of your inmate account will be taken each month.

 

 

What are the fees?	JDF 1 - Filing Fees
How do I waive the fees?	Instructions
Who qualifies for a fee waiver?	Court Directive 98-01 (See pg. 6)
How do I waive mediation fees?	Instructions
Common Questions	FAQs