Simple English definitions for legal terms
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An incapacitated person is someone who cannot make decisions for themselves because they are either drunk, have a mental or physical illness, or a disability that affects their ability to think clearly.
An incapacitated person is someone who is unable to make personal decisions due to impairment caused by an intoxicant, mental illness or deficiency, or physical illness or disability.
These examples illustrate how an incapacitated person is unable to make personal decisions due to their impairment. In each case, the person's ability to make decisions is compromised, either by their physical or mental state. This can be a difficult situation for both the incapacitated person and those around them, as important decisions may need to be made on their behalf.