John Doe

Example Sentences

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Last week, Rana’s lawyers filed a lawsuit in New York state court using the pseudonym John Doe.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

An alleged altercation in April 2024 involving Ye and a man — identified in court documents as John Doe — is at the core of the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

John Doe 1 “experienced humiliation, emotional distress and ongoing fear for his safety and dignity.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

Slater Slater Schulman, which has filed more cases than any other law firm, stated in a September filing that client John Doe J.S. “should not have been included.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2025

“We have a John Doe at 451 Boardman.”

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young