In forma pauperis
| Literal meaning | In the form of a pauper |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | in FOR-ma POW-peh-ris |
Suing as a poor person, without paying the usual court fee.
Example
A poor villager who cannot pay the court fee applies to sue as an indigent person.
Statutory link
Order XXXIII of the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (suits by indigent persons).
Exam tip
Asked with legal aid.
Memory trick
Poor person's suit.
Key takeaway
In forma pauperis lets a poor person sue without paying court fees.
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