Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Non Compos Mentis.
Non Compos Mentis - as an adjective satellite
Not of sound mind, memory, or understanding; in law, not competent to go to trial
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
of unsound mindExample Sentences
"He was declared non compos mentis and was unable to make legal decisions."
"The court ruled that the defendant was non compos mentis and therefore not responsible for his actions."
"The doctor diagnosed the patient as non compos mentis due to severe dementia."
"The lawyer argued that the accused was non compos mentis at the time of the crime."
"The judge determined that the witness was non compos mentis and her testimony was unreliable."
