The Massachusetts Affidavit of Indigence — Revised July 2007 is a document used to prove that a person is unable to pay court costs, fines, and fees due to financial hardship. It is a sworn statement that includes the individual's financial information, such as income, assets, and debts. The affidavit is used by the court to determine if the individual qualifies for a waiver of court costs and fees. There are two types of Massachusetts Affidavit of Indigence — Revised July 2007: the Self-Represented Affidavit and the Attorney Represented Affidavit. The Self-Represented Affidavit must be completed by the individual and notarized in order to be accepted by the court. The Attorney Represented Affidavit is completed by an attorney on behalf of the individual and must be signed by both the individual and the attorney. Both types of affidavits must be filed with the court in order for the waiver of court costs and fees to be granted.