WorldAugust 10, 2026

indigency

IN-dih-jen-see

Definition

The state of being poor or lacking the necessities of life; in a legal context, it refers to a party's inability to pay for legal services or court fees.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'indigentia' meaning need or want, which itself comes from the verb 'indigere,' meaning to be in need of.

In the news

The article discusses how California's court reporter shortage affects legal access, specifically noting that cases involving indigency often rely on state-funded services that may be disrupted.

California Supreme Court expands electronic recordings to offset disputed court reporter shortage

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The Mercury News

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