My ex violated the NCO last year...I called the cops...he cried...knowing he would go back to prison...and, I, the wonderful "victim" of his DV that I was, chose to tell the officer that I lied about the ex's presence...now I am in trouble for making a false police report to save his butt...to the tune of 1 year bench probation and $500 in court fees...I am a single, hardworking mom of 5...the youngest is 2 years old and the son of above mentioned ex...I am having difficulties coming up with $50 per month to pay the court fees...I have never been in any kind of legal troubles...not even as much as a traffic ticket...so this really has me stressed out...I have to see the judge soon (for non-payment) and I really need to know the best way to explain my circumstances to her...I have the ability to catch up on the last 3 payments before I stand in front of her...tell me if there is something I can do or say to ease my and society's mind. thank you