Mental capacity or competence
Defined in 1 dictionary — Black's (1910)
Black's Law Dictionary
Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910
Such a measure of intelligence understanding, memory, and judgment (relative to the particular transaction) as will enable the person to understand the nature and effects of his act. Eaton v. Eaton, 37 N. J. Law, 113, 18 Am. Rep. 716; Davren v. White, 42 N. J. Eq. 569, 7'Atl. 682; Co.nley v. Nailor, 118 U. S. 127, 6 Sup. Ct. 1001. 30 L. Ed. 112.
Defined under Mental in Black's Law Dictionary.