What is the test for dismissing an in forma pauperis complaint?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from Voth v. Roberts, 56 F.3d 75 (9th Cir. 1995):
Section 1915(d) authorizes the district court to dismiss an in forma pauperis complaint if it is satisfied that the action is frivolous. Neitzke v. Williams, 490 U.S. 319, 324 (1989). A complaint is frivolous within the meaning of section 1915(d) if "it lacks an arguable basis in law or in fact." Id. at 325.
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