623-B:1 Definitions. – In this chapter: I. "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the state department of corrections. II. "Department" means the department of corrections. III. "Inmate" means a person confined to a correctional facility as the result of conviction of a crime or violation of parole or probation, or an offender sentenced to a […]
623-B:2 Civil Actions by Inmates; Filing Fees and Court Costs. – I. An inmate who commences any civil action or proceeding is responsible for all court fees and costs. II. The court shall order an inmate who commences any civil action or proceeding to pay, upon filing of such action or proceeding, court fees […]
623-B:3 Affidavit. – I. A court may authorize the commencement, prosecution, or defense of any civil action or proceeding without prepayment of fees and costs, by an inmate who makes an affidavit that such inmate is unable to pay such fees or costs. The affidavit shall contain complete information as to the inmate’s identity, […]
