IL HB2995

Courts may require evidence of income to accompany applications for leave to sue or defend as an indigent person, and applicants must affirm the affidavit is made under penalty of perjury.

Opposing parties may contest the truth of an indigency affidavit by verifying under oath that it is untrue, with the court hearing and determining the dispute.

Attorneys are prohibited from charging fees to applicants for preparing applications for leave to sue or defend as an indigent person.

Court notices informing litigants of their right to sue without payment must include language stating that applicants will be required to reimburse court fees, costs, and charges at the end of the case if they receive a monetary judgment or settlement.