Artificial lifeform

The term artificial lifeform is used to describe any non-biological being that was created through an artificial process. Examples of artificial lifeforms can include holograms, androids, nanites, and Artificial Intelligence. In most cases, the term artificial lifeform is used exclusively to refer to sentient beings who have demonstrated their intelligence and sentience.
Legal status
As it currently stands, artificial lifeforms are granted the same rights and privileges as all other beings within the Federation as long as they have passed tests created by the Federation Supreme Court. Artificial constructs which do not pass these tests are considered property and have no legal status within the Federation.
Examples of Artificial Lifeforms:
* Captain Data, formerly of the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-E)
* the Doctor, formerly of the USS Voyager (NCC-74656)
* Eirene, custodian of the Citadel
* Motoko