Explanatory Memorandum

Mental Capacity Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 18

9 May 2016

Commentary on Sections

Part 10 – Criminal Justice

Chapter 9 – Supplementary
Section 251 - Interpretation of Part 10: impairment of or disturbance in the functioning of the mind or brain

This section contains provision to aid with the interpretation of any reference to an impairment of or a disturbance in the function of a person’s mind or brain within Part 10.