Was in Forma Pauperis?

In forma pauperis (/ɪn ˈfɔːrmə ˈpɔːpərɪs/; IFP or i.f.p.) is a Latin legal term meaning "in the character or manner of a pauper". It refers to the ability of an indigent person to proceed in court without payment of the usual fees associated with a lawsuit or appeal.

What does the word in forma pauperis mean?

: as a poor person.

Who can file in forma pauperis?

If you are a prisoner and paid the filing fee at the beginning of your case in the district court or were granted in forma pauperis by the district court and are indigent or cannot afford to pay the fees on appeal, you must file a motion to proceed in forma pauperis in the Court of Appeals.