Petition for Proceeding in Civil Case Without Payment of Fees or Costs
Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia
This form is a request to the court asking permission to start or defend a civil case without paying the required fees or costs. The form asks the person filing it to provide detailed financial information about income, assets, and expenses.
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This form is used when a person needs to file a civil case but cannot afford to pay the court fees upfront. The filer must provide proof of their financial situation to the court.
Usually filed by the person starting the case.
Official instructions
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Common questions
- What is this form for?
- This form is a petition asking the court to allow you to proceed with a civil case without paying the usual fees or costs.
- What information do I need to provide?
- You must fill out sections detailing your public assistance, your income from work, your liquid assets, and your necessary expenses.
- Does filling this out mean I get free legal help?
- The form includes a statement that the court cannot give legal advice, and it suggests getting advice from a lawyer.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.
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