Juridical Person
/ˌdʒʊrɪˈdɪkəl ˈpɜːrsən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal entity—such as a corporation or governmental body—recognized by law as having rights and duties like a natural person.
The corporation was treated as a juridical person capable of entering contracts.
Forms
- juridical persons
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Commentary
Juridical persons differ from natural persons in that they are created by law and can act through representatives; clarity in drafting statutes or contracts should specify whether 'person' includes juridical persons to avoid ambiguity.
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