How to fill out an Affidavit of Indigency
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If you can't afford to pay court costs in Massachusetts, you can file a form called an Affidavit of Indigency. In this Affidavit of Indigency, you ask the court to "waive" (not charge) you the fees.
This article has step-by-step instructions if you are ready to fill out and file an Affidavit of Indigency with the court.
Or, use the guided interview on Court Forms Online. This free online tool helps you fill out the form on your phone or computer by asking you questions. After you answer the questions, the program will generate a completed form that you can then file with the court.
Not ready to file? Get answers to common questions about Affidavits of Indigency if you can't afford Massachusetts court costs. You can also download this "how-to" as a PDF booklet in 6 languages.
- Download the Affidavit of Indigency booklet (PDF) in English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Tiếng Việt, 简体中文
- Complete an Affidavit of Indigency online using the Court Forms Online guided interview.