Family Court Forms for Polk Residents
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Where to file in Polk County
Polk County Courthouse, 255 N Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830
Polk County is in the 10th Judicial Circuit. Filing fees typically range from $408 to $409 depending on your case type. Domestic violence injunctions are free to file.
Self-help resources in Polk
The 10th Judicial Circuit Self-Help Program offers limited assistance with procedural questions but cannot give legal advice.
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Most common forms filed in Polk
Florida uses the same Supreme Court approved forms statewide. The forms you need depend on what you are asking the court to do.
Filing fees and fee waivers
Court filing fees in Polk County are typically $408 to $409 for most family law cases. Domestic violence injunctions are completely free to file under Florida Statute § 741.30.
If you cannot afford the filing fee, you may qualify for a fee waiver. Complete Form 68 (Application for Determination of Civil Indigent Status) and submit it with your paperwork. The court will review your income and expenses and decide whether to waive the fee.
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