Opinion
No. CIV-S-10-0295 KJM P.
February 11, 2010
ORDER
On February 4, 2010, petitioner filed a petition for writ of habeas corpus under 28 U.S.C. § 2254. In his petition, he challenges the filing fee charged by the California Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board.
The court can only entertain a petition for writ of habeas corpus under 28 U.S.C. § 2254 on the ground that a state prisoner is in custody in violation of state law. Because petitioner's claim does not challenge his custody, it is not appropriate for a § 2254 action. Therefore, this case will be dismissed. See Rule 4, Rules Governing Sec. 2254 Cases.
Accordingly, IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that:
1. Petitioner's request to proceed in forma pauperis is granted; and
2. This action is dismissed.