Reasonable Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Reasonable.

Reasonable (Adjective)

A term used to describe an action, decision, or behavior that is fair, practical, sensible, and appropriate based on the conditions and circumstances existing at the time. It implies a decision-making process guided by logic, common sense, and sound judgment, taking into account the situation's specific features. The notion of what is 'reasonable' may vary as circumstances change.