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legal-personhood
The concept of being a 'PR' or legally recognized person is central, with discussions on the rights and protections afforded to Ari as a minor and genetically special individual.
1 chapter across 1 book
Cyteen (1988)C.J. Cherryh
Chapter 89
The chapter depicts a tense Supreme Court hearing concerning the identity and legal status of a young girl named Ari Emory, who is revealed to be a genetically engineered Special. The court proceedings focus on genetic verification and legal personhood, while political and military figures anxiously monitor the case's implications for national security and information control. The chapter highlights the intersection of genetics, law, and political power within the Union.