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Speaking of inclusions and exclusions, look what the Florida Statutes say in their opening chapter:
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Title I
CONSTRUCTION OF STATUTES Chapter 1
DEFINITIONS View Entire Chapter
1.01 Definitions.--In construing these statutes and each and every word, phrase, or part hereof, where the context will permit:
(1) The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
(2) Gender-specific language includes the other gender and neuter.
(3) The word "person" includes individuals, children, firms, associations, joint adventures, partnerships, estates, trusts, business trusts, syndicates, fiduciaries, corporations, and all other groups or combinations.
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(13) The word "minor" includes any person who has not attained the age of 18 years."
The above ‘word’ association clearly shows why corporations are required to have an Attorney represent it in court; especially corporations that fall in the category of ‘minor’. This is Language specific. This cannot be rebutted on the basis of construction. A statute must mean what it says and must say what it means. The use of the word “any” prior to ‘person’ is all inclusive … no exclusions for any reason.
Yeah I know LD... there is a problem with my ability to comprehend what is written within that statute (which is more than likely going to be your response).
Jerry Carlos
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Summa Ratio est quae pro Religione facit.
If ever the laws of God and man are at variance, the former are to be obeyed in derogation of the latter.
'Many are the plans in a man's heart,
but it's the Lord's purpose that prevails."
Proverbs 19:21.
"The most important office in a democracy is the office of citizen."
Louis Brandeis, U.S. Supreme Court Justice (1916-1939) referring to the responsibility of voters.
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