§ 403 Designation of defendant by fictitious name.

Sometimes prosecutors don't know a defendant's real name when charges are first filed. In these cases, the defendant might be charged under a fake name or a name that turns out to be wrong. This can happen if someone gives police a false name or if there's confusion about how to spell or say their real name.

If the court later finds out the person's true name, that correct name gets used going forward in the case. The court records will note that the person was originally charged under the other name. This makes sure the case can continue smoothly without having to start over, while also keeping an accurate record of what happened.

This rule protects everyone involved. It means a case doesn't fall apart just because a name was wrong at the start. It also protects the defendant's rights by making sure the official record clearly shows the connection between the original charge and their real identity.