Notice of Eviction Appeal by Statement of Inability to Pay (Fee Waiver)
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This form is a notice that tells you that the other person in the case has filed a statement saying they cannot afford to pay the court costs if they appeal.
The court describes it as: Form from Texas Justice Court Training Center to tell the other party about a hearing on whether you qualify to appeal by fee waiver.
Where this fits in a case
AppealStage: Appeal
This form is used in a case when one party files a statement showing they cannot afford to pay the court costs if they decide to appeal.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a notice that tells you the other party has filed a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs if they appeal.
- Who signs this form?
- The Justice of the Peace signs this form.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.
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