Lat.: in the manner of a pauper. In pleadings, in forma pauperis grants the right to sue without assuming the burden of costs or formalities of pleading. A Criminal defendant granted permission to proceed in forma pauperis may be entitled to court-appointed counsel. Source: Barron's Dictionary of Legal Terms, Steven H. Gifis, 5th Edition; © 2016
"Forma Pauperis"
"Forma Pauperis"
