Adjective
/im.puˈta.βle/
The term "imputable" refers to something that can be attributed or assigned, typically related to actions or responsibilities. In legal contexts, it often pertains to the capability of being held accountable for a crime or an action, meaning that a person can be deemed responsible for their actions based on their mental state or ability to understand those actions.
In Spanish, "imputable" is used mostly in legal settings to discuss accountability or liability but can also be found in discussions about responsibility in various contexts. It is a relatively formal term and tends to appear more frequently in written texts, such as legal documents, reports, and academic writings, than in everyday oral communication.
The sentence will be harsher if the crime is considered imputable.
El juez decidió que el acusado era imputable en el momento del delito.
The judge decided that the accused was imputable at the time of the crime.
Es importante determinar si un menor es imputable antes de proceder con el juicio.
The word "imputable" does not have a wide range of idiomatic expressions specifically incorporating it. However, it can be a part of several key legal phrases or discussions regarding accountability.
"Being imputable for a crime is a key factor in the trial."
"La ley establece que un individuo debe ser imputable para enfrentar cargos criminales."
"The law states that an individual must be imputable to face criminal charges."
"La defensa alegó que su cliente no era imputable debido a su estado mental."
The word "imputable" comes from the Latin "imputabilis," derived from "imputare," which means "to attribute" or "to charge." This Latin term is a combination of the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and "putare," which means "to reckon" or "to estimate." Over time, the term evolved to specifically denote the concept of legal accountability.