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Pseudonym in Maine Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Maine legislative session

In Maine criminal law, “Pseudonym” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Maine criminal code.

What does “Pseudonym” mean in Maine criminal law?

"Pseudonym" means a fictitious name, such as "John Doe," that is assigned by law enforcement officials to an individual whose legal name is not known to law enforcement officials. 18. (15 M.R.S. § 651)

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