In the realm of legal procedures, the ability to navigate financial hurdles is crucial for ensuring access to justice for all. The DC 606 form, a pivotal document within the Virginia legal system, embodies this principle by allowing individuals to apply for a waiver of filing fees in custody or visitation proceedings. This affidavit supports individuals who find themselves in a position where the cost of filing fees may prevent them from seeking justice in court cases related to child custody or visitation rights. It particularly benefits Virginia residents who, due to their financial situation, including those receiving public assistance or having limited income, would otherwise be disadvantaged. By providing detailed financial information, along with expenses and income, the applicant demonstrates their financial state to the court, seeking exemption from the fees that may pose a barrier. This process underscores a commitment to equitable access to legal processes, ensuring that individuals can pursue legal action related to family matters without the burden of cost being an insuperable barrier. With sections dedicated to applicants' assets, income, exceptional expenses, and dependent information, the form comprehensively covers the financial landscape of the applicant, culminating in a declaration that is either acknowledged by a court clerk or a notary public. The final decision — grant or denial of the fee waiver — remains at the discretion of the judge, reflecting on the fairness and necessity of the application.
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| Form Name | Form Dc 606 |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | dc606 form dc 606 |
AFFIDAVIT IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION FOR PROCEEDING IN CUSTODY OR VISITATION CASE WITHOUT PAYMENT OF FILING FEES
Commonwealth of Virginia VA. CODE §
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[] Circuit Court
[] Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
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The undersigned applicant requests the court to permit the applicant to proceed with a custody or visitation proceeding in this court without the payment of filing fees. In support of this application, the applicant states that the following information is true:
1.The undersigned applicant is a Virginia resident.
2.The following financial information applies to the applicant:
a. Receiving public assistance [ ] No |
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[ ] Medicaid [ ] Supplemental security income |
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c. Other income, if any (specify sources and amounts):
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Medical Expenses (List only unusual and continuing expenses) |
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3.Other information
a.The number of people for whom the applicant provides support is: ........................................................
b.The number of persons residing with the applicant is: ...........................................................................
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Acknowledged, subscribed and sworn to before me this day:
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Acknowledged, subscribed and sworn to before me this |
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ORDER
The request to proceed without payment of filing fees is [ ] granted |
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If this application is denied, the case will not be set for hearing until the applicable fee is paid to the clerk. |
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