Compos mentis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001130",
  "term": "Compos mentis",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A state of having a sound mind, memory, and understanding sufficient to comprehend one's actions and their legal consequences. A person in this state possesses the mental capacity required to enter into binding agreements, execute a valid will, or stand trial for a criminal offense. The legal standard for capacity varies depending on the specific act; for example, the capacity to make a will (testamentary capacity) is a different standard from the capacity to manage one's own financial affairs.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/compos-mentis/"
}