nextgen_citizen (nextgen_citizen) wrote in marvel_nextgen,
@ 2012-11-20 21:27:00

Entry tags:

anya stark, bea dayspring, crosshairs, guardian, team - thunderbolts

Come to Order
"Now, in the interest of erring on the side of caution, this court will have none of 'the subject' or 'the product'. The being self-identifying as 'John 'Jack' Smith', will be referred to as 'him', or 'the individual' if the plaintiffs insist on being clinical." The judge cast a stern eye around the courtroom. There was more than a fair representation both of the Thunderbolts and the Leap Foundation. A few notable superheroes with impressive civilian credentials, such as Doctors Pym and Samson, were also on the witness list.

Some shuffling of papers and agreements are issued, before the lawyer for the Leap Foundation steps up.

"We call Beatrice Dayspring to the stand."

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nextgen_citizen
2012-11-29 07:19 pm UTC (link)

Right on schedule, everyone is back in court.

"Good afternoon everyone, be seated, except you, young man." The judge gets right to work, addressing Jack.

"No judge looks forward to a case like this. It demands of us to adhere only to our knowledge of the law, even when we would be tempted to make our judgements based on what we think we know about science, be it genetics or psychology or any field you could name.

Young man, your origins are singular. We have similar precedents in our society, for clones, for androids, for children of alien and human unions... and you are something new. We've heard testimony both on your physical and mental state. You've reported for each hearing with your counsel and listened to discussions that... I can't even imagine how discomfiting they must be for you.

In everything this court has witnessed, it has observed you to be aware of your surroundings, capable of making sound, if somewhat uninformed, judgements, and behaving in a manner that conveys respect for the laws of this country and it's officiates.

Therefore, while this court does not have the power to pronounce you human, it sees no reason not to award you personhood status. In addition, this court mandates further psychological evaluation, to determine an approximate legal age for you as applicable to federal laws regarding licensing and eligibility. If you are found to be under 18 in the eyes of a court-approved evaluation, you will be appointed a legal guardian, whose fitness for that role will be determined by a subsequent hearing. You will be awarded a permanent resident visa under the provisions set forth the Artificial Americans Act, until you are deemed old enough to apply for citizenship. During your residence in this country, you will be expected to abide by all state and federal laws.

Do you understand everything I am telling you, young man?"

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	no_relation 2012-11-29 07:19 pm UTC (link)
	Jack nods and manages to squeak out a response of, "Yes, your honor." He's not sure if he wants to cry or dance. Definitely dance. There's no crying if you're a superhero. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

nextgen_citizen
2012-11-29 07:22 pm UTC (link)

"Then, by the power vested in me by the state of New York, I hereby pronounce you Mister John Smith. You may be seated, and when court is dismissed, you are free to go wherever you like, Mister Smith."

After Jack seats himself, the judge turns a more tired than predatory eye to the Leap Foundation's legal team. "I will be referring all materials, evidence, and testimony related to this trial to the District Attorney's Office for evaluation as to what, if any, criminal charges to be pressed. I strongly advise all members of their legal team, board of directors, and any contractors involved in Mr Smith's cultivation not leave the city.

Court is dismissed."

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	no_relation 2012-11-29 07:24 pm UTC (link)
	Jack pretty much vaults himself away from his seat at the evidence table, closing the distance between himself and Bea in a single bound, landing next to her chair. "So... we won?" He smiles, still not entirely sure what all the legal stuff means, but he's a 'Mister' now, which is pretty awesome. (Reply to this)(Parent)

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