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sane legal definition
noun
The condition of having a
sound and rational mind; being mentally healthy and having the ability to
distinguish right from wrong. In all jurisdictions, being sane is presumed, and
it is up to the defense to prove the contrary to be true. Synonymous with
sanity. See also insanity and insanity defense.
sanity hearing
- An examination of oneÂ’s mental competency to see whether one is mentally equipped to stand trial.
- A court proceeding, held to determine whether a personÂ’s mental health dictates institutionalization.
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