Issuance of Certificate of Indigency (Legal Assistance)

Before You Apply

Requirements

Prepare these requirements before visiting the office.

1. 1

   Barangay Indigency of the client stating the purpose as PAO or IBP assistance (1 original)

   Where to secure: Respective Barangay

2. 2

   Applies only: Submit one accepted identification document

   Photocopy of Voter's ID, Voter's Certification, or another accepted valid ID with specimen signature

   Where to secure: Requesting client or issuing agency

3. 3

   Applies only: Submit one applicable proof of income

   Proof of income, such as a payslip, Income Tax Return, Certificate of Tax Exemption, bank statement, or affidavit of no or low income (original for presentation and 1 photocopy)

   Where to secure: Employer, Bureau of Internal Revenue, respective bank, or notarial firm

4. 4

   Applies only: For court cases

   Court Order or Resolution (original for presentation and 1 photocopy)

   Where to secure: Trial Court

5. 5

   Applies only: For property concerns

   Land contract, title, or resolution (original for presentation and 1 photocopy)

   Where to secure: City Assessor's Office

6. 6

   Applies only: Additional requirement for IBP assistance

   Denial Letter

   Where to secure: Public Attorney's Office