Rule 1142 Waiver of Fees and Costs

If you're involved in a juvenile court case and can't afford certain fees or costs, you can ask the court to waive them. This means you won't have to pay those charges if the court agrees you qualify.

To do this, you need to follow the process set out in Pa.R.J.A. 1990, which is a separate rule that explains how fee waivers work. That rule lays out the specific steps you need to take and what information you'll need to provide to show you need this financial help.

This rule exists so that money problems don't stop someone from taking part in juvenile court proceedings. If you think you might qualify for a fee waiver, it's a good idea to look up Pa.R.J.A. 1990 for the full details on how to apply.