Contracts
Under Georgia law, a real estate purchase contract made by a person who lacks mental capacity at the time of signing is:
AA. Fully enforceable since they signed
BB. Voidable by the person or their guardian✓ Correct
CC. Void from inception
DD. Valid if witnessed by two people
Explanation
A contract signed by a person who lacks mental capacity (due to mental illness, intoxication, or other incapacity) is voidable by that person or their legal guardian. The incapacitated party can choose to enforce or rescind the contract.
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