testamentary capacity

Definition of "testamentary capacity"
  1. The mental ability to make a will, implying awareness of the act, one's possessions, and potential beneficiaries
How to use "testamentary capacity" in a sentence
  1. We questioned the deceased's testamentary capacity at the time the will was signed.
  2. The court will have to assess her testamentary capacity before upholding the will.
  3. His last-minute changes indicated full testamentary capacity.

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