In forma pauperis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000117",
  "term": "In forma pauperis",
  "field": "Law",
  "definitions": [
    "A legal status granted to a litigant who is unable to afford the costs associated with legal proceedings. This allows individuals to proceed with a lawsuit or appeal without paying court fees, such as filing fees or transcript costs. The court typically requires an affidavit of indigency to determine eligibility for this status.",
    "Latin, meaning, “In the manner of a pauper.” Permission given by the court to a person to file a case without payment of the required court fees because the person cannot pay them."
  ],
  "references": [
    "U.S. Courts Glossary of Legal Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/in-forma-pauperis/"
}