Capacity Evaluation
/ˌkæpəˈsɪtɪ ˌɛvəˈluːeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal assessment to determine an individual's mental or legal ability to make decisions or enter into contracts.
The court ordered a capacity evaluation to decide if the plaintiff could validly sign the agreement.
Forms
- capacity evaluation
- capacity evaluations
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Commentary
Capacity evaluations often require expert testimony and focus on cognitive and volitional abilities relevant to legal standards.
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