A spokesman for Anthony's attorney said Thursday the 22-year-old's status has not changed and authorities are simply using a different word. They've been calling her a person of interest in Caylee Anthony's disappearance.
Caylee was reported missing in July, but her mother told police she hadn't seen the girl since June.
Casey Anthony hasn't been charged in Caylee's disappearance, but she is charged with child neglect and making false statements.
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