Pennsylvania in Form Paupers (IFP) Petition and Order is a legal document which allows a person who cannot afford to pay the costs associated with filing a lawsuit in the state of Pennsylvania to bring their case before the court without having to pay upfront. This type of petition is commonly used in civil rights cases, family law matters, and other legal proceedings. Pennsylvania IFP Petitions and Orders are typically filed by individuals who are unable to afford the filing fees associated with a lawsuit. The two main types of Pennsylvania IFP Petition and Order are the Petition for Leave to Proceed In Form Paupers, and the Order Granting Leave to Proceed In Form Paupers. The Petition for Leave to Proceed In Form Paupers is a form which outlines the petitioner's financial situation and must be signed by the petitioner. It must also include an Affidavit of Indigence which states the petitioner's inability to pay the court filing fees. The Order Granting Leave to Proceed In Form Paupers is the court's written decision granting the petitioner's request to proceed with the lawsuit without having to pay court fees. In Pennsylvania, the IFP Petition and Order must be filed with the court prior to the filing of the complaint. The court will review the Petition and Affidavit of Indigence to determine whether the petitioner is eligible to proceed in form paupers. If the court approves the Petition, the Order Granting Leave to Proceed In Form Paupers will be issued and the petitioner can proceed with their lawsuit without having to pay the filing fees.