This is a class project. You should not rely on it as a source of legal information. It is likely incomplete.
North Carolina Indigency Calculator
Answer the following questions to see if you qualify for appointment of counsel or a fee waiver.
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Are you inquiring about a case in North Carolina?
GOTO:2
Unfortunately I am unable to assist you on issue not associated with claims in North Carolina.
Have you completed and submited the affidavit of indigency?
Alright. Please answer the following to determine if you will obtain representation. GOTO:4
Please answer the following questions so that we are pre-fill the form and let you know if you will obtain representation. GOTO:3
What is the defendant's name?
Is the defendant you or a dependent?
GOTO:4
GOTO:4
How old is the defendant?
Are you dependent on your parent/guardian?
Do you receive public assistance (i.e. food & nutrition benefits, work first family assistance, SSI, or being represented by a legal organization thats primary purpose is to furnish legal services to indigent individuals)?
How much do you receive in assistance on a monthly basis?
GOTO:9
You may still qualify for representation through IDS. GOTO:5
How many people (including yourself) reside in your home?
How much income does your household bring in monthly in after tax dollars?
What are your monthly expenses?
GOTO:6
Is this a civil or criminal action?
You may qualify to be indigent and will receive representation through the IDS, but will be expected to pay whatever you can if found guilty. GOTO:8
Congraulations! Would you like to see your pre-filled affidavit of indigency?
You are probably considered to be indigent and will receive representation through the IDS. GOTO:10
Congraulations! Would you like to see your pre-filled affidavit of indigency?
I am sorry but you do not meet the standards to obtain free or reduced representation through the IDS.
That is not an age please provide an age. GOTO:4
There is nothing more I can do for you right now until the form is submitted.
Yes
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No
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Self
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Dependent
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Dependent
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4.1
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4.1.2.1.1
No
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5.1
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5.1.1
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5.1.1.1
Civil
javascript:if (fedpov(getvar('household'),getvar('income'),125/12)){ goto('indig') } else { goto('notindig') }
Civil
Criminal
javascript:if (fedpov(getvar('household'),getvar('income'),125/12)){ goto('indig') } else if (fedpov(getvar('house')/12,getvar('income'),250/12)) { goto('mayindig') } else { goto('notindig') }
Criminal
Yes
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