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Fictitious Name
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fictitious name n
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: a name (as John Doe) used in a complaint when the party's name is unknown at the time of filing or when the party's identity is being kept private
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.