law terms

What Is A Fictitious Person?

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What Is A Fictitious Person? : a supposed but in fact nonexistent person referred to in some legal documents or proceedings also : fictitious payee. What is a fictitious word? created, taken, or assumed for the sake of concealment; not genuine; false: fictitious names. of, relating to, or consisting of fiction; imaginatively produced or set

What Is Original Summons Returned?

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What Is Original Summons Returned? After service to the defendants, the original summons, along with the “return of service” proving the summons and complaint were served, is filed with the court to show that each defendant was served. What does it mean when a summons was issued? Both documents tell someone they must appear in