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INTERDICTION

Definition (1910 Edition)

Hivery person who, on account of insanity, has become incapable of controlling bis own interests, can be put under the control of a guardian, who shall administer his affairs with the same effect as he might himself. Such a person is said to be “énterdit,” and his etatue is described as “interdiction.”
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.