Legal Definitions - Person

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Definition of Person

Person

Under the law, a person is someone who has legal rights and responsibilities. This means they can do things like sue and be sued, own property, and enter into contracts. The term "person" includes both natural persons (humans) and legal persons (organizations).

Alice is a natural person. She can buy a house, sign a lease, and sue someone if they harm her.
ABC Corporation is a legal person. It can enter into contracts, own property, and be sued if it breaks the law.

These examples illustrate how both natural and legal persons have legal rights and responsibilities. They can take actions and be held accountable for those actions under the law.

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Simple Definition

Person: A person is someone who can do things like own things, make agreements, and take legal action. This includes both real people and companies or organizations that are recognized as having legal rights.

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