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In Forma Pauperis
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in forma pauperis adj or adv
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[Medieval Latin, in the form of a pauper]
: as a poor person
: relieved of the fees and costs of a legal action because of inability to pay [allowed to file an appeal in forma pauperis] [in forma pauperis status]
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.