The Ohio Poverty Affidavit and Order is a document used in the state of Ohio for individuals who are unable to pay court fines or fees. It is used to determine if an individual is indigent and therefore unable to pay the court fines or fees. The court will review the document and determine if the person is eligible for a waiver or reduction of the fines and fees. There are two types of Ohio Poverty Affidavit and Order: a Criminal Poor Person Affidavit and Order and a Civil Poor Person Affidavit and Order. The Criminal Poor Person Affidavit and Order is used in criminal court proceedings to determine if a defendant is unable to pay the court fines or fees associated with their case. The Civil Poor Person Affidavit and Order is used in civil court proceedings to determine if a plaintiff or defendant is unable to pay the court fines or fees associated with their case. The affidavit must include information about the individual's income, assets, and expenses in order to determine their eligibility.