JOHN DOE Definition & Meaning

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John Doe

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an anonymous, average man.
a fictitious name used in legal proceedings for a male party whose true name is not known. Compare Jane Doe, Richard Roe.
of or for an unknown person; using the name John Doe to stand for an unknown person:
The judge issued a John Doe warrant so the police could arrest the culprit when they identified him.
an unidentified man:
The police were looking for a John Doe.

John Doe

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Referred to in court documents as John Doe, the plaintiff alleges he was led to a back room at the SoHo club where people were using drugs and engaging with escorts.

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The third John Doe claims he met Mr Combs in 2006 and began working for him.

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The lawsuits have so far been filed anonymously, with the alleged victims referred to in court documents as John Doe or Jane Doe.

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The student, who is a minor, is named as John Doe in court documents.

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