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Simple English definitions for legal terms
A quick definition of rei suae providus:
Term: rei suae providus
Definition: When someone is careful with their own things, they are called rei suae providus. If someone has been told they cannot take care of their own things, they can ask a court to remove that restriction if they can prove they are now able to take care of their property.
A more thorough explanation:
Term: rei suae providus
Definition: Being careful with one's own property.
Example: If someone is rei suae providus, they take good care of their belongings and make sure they are not damaged or lost. For example, if someone has a car, they will make sure to keep it clean and maintained so that it lasts a long time. This maxim is often used in legal contexts to describe someone who is capable of managing their own affairs and does not need a guardian or
conservator to do it for them.
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