sound mind
Definition
Legally, having the capacity to think, reason, and understand for oneself. Adults by nature are considered in general to be in sound mind, but through certain circumstances can be rendered as being not in sound mind, due to intensive brain damage or other major incapacities. Sound mind is considered a legal requirement before writing or signing most legal documents, including a will.
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