28 U.S.C. ยง 1915: Federal statute governing proceedings in forma pauperis, which allows individuals to file court cases without paying fees if they can prove inability to pay

Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 83: Federal rules regarding local court procedures and requirements for filing documents, including indigency declarations

14th Amendment Equal Protection Clause: Constitutional protection ensuring equal access to courts regardless of economic status

Due Process Rights: Constitutional rights ensuring fair legal proceedings and access to courts

State Civil Procedure Rules: State-specific regulations governing court procedures and requirements for indigency declarations

Local Court Rules: Specific requirements set by individual courts regarding the format and submission of inability to pay affidavits

Notarization Requirements: Legal requirements for having the affidavit properly notarized to verify the identity of the declarant

Penalty of Perjury Provisions: Legal consequences for making false statements in the affidavit under oath

Income Verification Requirements: Documentation needed to prove current income status, including pay stubs, tax returns, and benefit statements

Asset Disclosure Requirements: Documentation of all assets owned by the declarant, including property, vehicles, and financial accounts

Public Benefits Documentation: Proof of any government assistance received, such as food stamps, Medicaid, or disability benefits

Monthly Expenses Documentation: Detailed breakdown of regular monthly expenses including housing, utilities, food, and other necessities

Dependents Information Requirements: Documentation regarding any dependents supported by the declarant, including children or elderly family members