Volition
/vəˈlɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or power of making a conscious choice or decision, especially relevant in assessing capacity or intent in legal contexts.
The defendant acted on his own volition, showing clear intent.
- (n.) Legal capacity to make decisions or exercise control over one's actions without coercion.
The contract was voided because the signature was not given by the party's volition.
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Commentary
Volition in legal usage focuses on voluntary and conscious decision-making essential to establish intent, consent, or capacity in various legal doctrines.
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