Legal Meaning of the word Person
AdminThe formula that runs the world: R + D = R (rights plus duties equals remedies) and governs every body of law in the world. – Roger Sayles
Person – an entity to whom the law ascribes rights and duties.
A person, in the context of law, refers to an entity that is recognized as having rights and duties. This entity can be either human or non-human, such as:
Artificial persons: Corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, and other statutorily created entities that possess legal personhood. They are capable of engaging in legal activities, such as suing, being sued, owning property, and entering into contracts.
Natural persons: Human beings (which are always without exception in the law labeled an idividual), who are individual members of society and possess inherent rights and duties.
Key Characteristics
A person, whether human or artificial, is defined by the following characteristics:
- Rights: The ability to claim or possess something, such as property, benefits, or freedoms.
- Duties: The obligation to perform or refrain from certain actions, such as fulfilling contractual obligations or respecting the rights of others.
- Legal capacity: The ability to engage in legal transactions, enter into contracts, and own property.
THE QUESTION
The question is – from where do you get your rights and to whom you owe your duties?
All persons born (14th Amendment) – a Federal Citizen who receives civil rights from the federal government and owes the federal government federal duties.
A national receives God-given rights and owes his duties to God and are considered an individual.
So its not, are you a person? It’s, which person are you?
“Your Honor, I submitted my affidavit to the Secretary of State I’m no longer a citizen of the United States, I get no civil rights from the U.S. Federal Government, therefore I owe no correlatvie dutes such as, federal income tax.”
Examples
In Indian law, a deity or idol can be considered a legal person, with humans appointed as guardians or custodians (shebait) to protect its rights and fulfill its duties. In court cases regarding animals, animals are recognized as having legal personhood, with humans having a legal duty to act as “loco parentis” towards their welfare. Corporations and other business organizations are also considered legal persons, with the ability to engage in legal activities and possess rights and duties.
Conclusion
In summary, a person, as defined by law, is an entity that possesses rights and duties. This can include both human and non-human entities, such as artificial persons like corporations and natural persons like human beings. The concept of legal personhood is essential in understanding the relationships between individuals, organizations, and the law.
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