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724 – R. v. Bharwani: The Basics of Mental Capacity and Capacity for Fitness to Stand Trial

724 – R. v. Bharwani: The Basics of Mental Capacity and Capacity for Fitness to Stand Trial

Update: 2025-08-19
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This week on Hull on Estates, Nick Esterbauer and Margarita Grup explore the nuanced world of mental capacity, discussing key legal principles and a landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision. They break down the nature of mental capacity, examine capacity standards in several different contexts, and highlight the importance of understanding an individual's ability to make reality-based decisions. R. v. Bharwani, 2025 SCC 26:
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724 – R. v. Bharwani: The Basics of Mental Capacity and Capacity for Fitness to Stand Trial

724 – R. v. Bharwani: The Basics of Mental Capacity and Capacity for Fitness to Stand Trial

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