not of sound mind
Example Sentences
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If he does not already have a healthcare proxy or healthcare power of attorney, and your brother is not of sound mind, the courts will appoint one for him.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 27, 2026
“She mentioned often that Huizar is not of sound mind, had told her he hears voices, was short-tempered and controlling of her actions,” Santucci wrote in his letter to Janis.
From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2024
Westcott filed a lawsuit against the couple’s business manager, Bernie Gudvi, in August 2020, alleging he was heavily medicated and not of sound mind when he contracted with Perry for the $15-million sale.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 10, 2023
Charges are typically dropped once the police, the victim or the prosecuting attorney realizes that a defendant is not of sound mind.
From Scientific American ● Aug. 17, 2023
It's perfectly certain, Ethel, that your grandfather was not of sound mind when he made the will.
From The Naturewoman by Upton Sinclair
