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A competent adult is an individual who possesses the mental capacity to make informed decisions and understand the consequences of those decisions. This includes having the ability to communicate their choices effectively and manage their personal affairs. Competence can vary based on context, as certain situations may require specific knowledge or skills. Generally, a competent adult is recognized as being capable of exercising their rights and responsibilities in society.
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What are the age requirements for a person to be competent?
There is no age requirement for a person to be competent. There is an age where one is considered an adult and that is the age of 18. One can be competent, or incompetent at any age.
Can an exspouse be an executor?
Any competent adult may serve as executor.
If a senior family member refuses to go to the ER is it neglect?
If an adult is alert, oriented, and competent to manage their own affairs, the person can refuse all medical care. It is not neglect if a competent adult refuses care. However, if the person is not competent, yes it may be judged as neglect depending on the circumstances.
Do 10 year olds get influenced by gun games?
If not supervised by a competent adult, probably.
What is one of the concerns of trying a juvenile as an adult?
whether the juvenile is intellectually competent to assist in his or her defense
How does Dave in the child called it change?
His faith and personal responsibility helped him transform into an emotionally healthy and competent adult
Can a competent adult avoid a contract with a minor?
Yes, since a minor can't legally enter into any contract even if they wanted to.
Are you legally competent if you are married or pregnant prior to age 18?
If married, you are considered emancipated and a legal adult. Pregnancy does not grant the rights of adulthood.
Is 18 a minor?
No, at eighteen, you are legally an adult, and the law says you are mentally competent enough to be fully responsible for your actions. Seventeen and below is a minor.
Can it be challenged if a person was tried for a felony in the State of Michigan as an adult and the person was 17?
It may be reason for an appeal, but frankly, a 17 year old can be charged as an adult in many cases. If the court views the crime as an "adult crime", and the 17 year old is mentally competent, he may be transferred to the adult system.
What is the prefix for competent?
The prefix for "competent" is "in-".
Can a 27 year old man marry a 31 year old woman?
Yes, of course. As long as they are both single and mentally competent, and not related within the proscribed degree, any adult man and adult woman can marry.
