New York Order for Poor Person Status is a legal mechanism that allows an individual who cannot afford to hire a lawyer to gain access to a court system. This process is available in New York State to those who cannot afford to pay the associated legal fees. The Order for Poor Person Status allows those in poverty to represent themselves in legal matters, including appeals, without the burden of paying expensive legal fees. There are two types of New York Order for Poor Person Status available: 1. Civil Order for Poor Person Status: This order is applicable in civil cases, such as debt collection, landlord/tenant disputes, and divorce proceedings. 2. Criminal Order for Poor Person Status: This order is applicable in criminal cases, such as felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic violations. In order to receive the Order for Poor Person Status, individuals must submit an application to the court and provide proof of their financial status. Once the court grants the Order, individuals are able to represent themselves in their legal matters without incurring the cost of a lawyer.