Abstract
An essential, but sometimes subtle, aspect of Kelsen’s theory is the conception of the “person” in law. Far from being a simple biological entity, in Kelsen’s view, the (legal) person acquires a distinct meaning, anchored in the normative structure of the legal order. This article aims to explore the nuances of Kelsen’s theory of the person, revealing the distinction between the natural person and the legal person, if any. Also, this article aims to analyze the implications of this distinction on the process of identifying legal subjects and the content of legal personality.
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