Civil Practice – Statute of Limitations – Filing of Complaint – Delivery to Clerk – Unpaid Fee – In Forma Pauperis Application

Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 3 says, “A civil action is commenced by filing a complaint with the court.” Rule 5(d)(2)(A) provides that “[a] paper not filed electronically is filed by delivering it . . . to the clerk.” When a plaintiff delivers a complaint to the clerk of court, a federal lawsuit is “brought” ...

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