Hawaii Request For Relief From Court Costs is a legal request that allows people who cannot afford to pay court costs to be exempt from having to pay them. This request is available to individuals who cannot afford the filing fees and other costs associated with going to court. There are two main types of Hawaii Request For Relief From Court Costs: 1) Civil Relief and 2) Criminal Relief. Civil Relief is a request for relief from court costs associated with civil proceedings, such as filing fees, court transcripts, and other court costs. Criminal Relief is a request for relief from court costs associated with criminal proceedings, such as fines, restitution, and other court costs. Both types of Hawaii Request For Relief From Court Costs must be approved by a judge.