Kareem v. Home Source Rental, 4:13-cv-00265

Kareem, proceeding pro se, filed a form complaint against Home Source Rental seeking damages for alleged false arrest on theft and conversion charges.
He also sought in forma pauperis (IFP) status, triggering the court’s indigency review and asset-interrogatories.
Kareem failed to fully disclose finances and to answer several court-ordered interrogatories listed in the record.
The court concluded Kareem did not comply with its order and denied the IFP motion, giving him 11 days to pay the $400 filing fee or face dismissal.
Kareem attempted to respond with a later filing claiming financial support from his wife but still did not provide required financial disclosures.
The court reaffirmed that filing without payment is a privilege and dismissed the case, warning against evasion or perjury.

Issue	Plaintiff's Argument	Defendant's Argument	Held
Whether IFP should be granted given noncompliance	Kareem argues information was provided later and should be considered.	Kareem failed to disclose assets and respond to interrogatories as required.	IFP denied; case to be dismissed
Whether dismissal was proper for failing to comply with court orders	Kareem contends information was submitted, albeit late.	Noncompliance warranted dismissal under court rules.	Dismissal affirmed

Colony Ins. Co. v. 9400 Abercorn, LLC, 866 F. Supp. 2d 1376 (S.D. Ga. 2012) (court may dismiss for noncompliance with IFP procedures)