The West Virginia Petition and Affidavit to Pay Without Prepayment of Fees (IFP) is a form used by individuals who cannot afford the court fees associated with filing a civil lawsuit. The form serves as a request to the court to waive the payment of fees. The petitioner must provide financial information to show that they cannot afford the fees. There are two types of West Virginia Petition and Affidavit to Pay Without Prepayment of Fees (IFP): In Form Paupers (IFP) and Reduced Fee IFP. The In Form Paupers (IFP) requires a financial affidavit that shows the petitioner's income, assets, and expenses. The Reduced Fee IFP requires a financial affidavit that shows the petitioner's income and expenses, but does not require the petitioner to disclose their assets. Both forms require that the petitioner sign a sworn statement that they are unable to pay the court fees.