Legal Definitions - curatory

Definition: Curatory is a term used in Scots law to refer to the management of the affairs of someone who is incapable of giving consent to legal acts, especially in the case of minors, in order to cure their legal incapacity.

When a minor inherits property or money, they are legally incapable of managing it themselves. In such cases, a curator may be appointed to manage the minor's affairs until they reach the age of majority.

Another example of curatory is when a person is declared mentally incapable of managing their own affairs due to a disability or illness. In such cases, a curator may be appointed to manage their affairs on their behalf.

These examples illustrate how curatory is used to protect the legal rights and interests of individuals who are unable to manage their own affairs due to their age or mental capacity.