Writ of execution | Legalese Dictionary

Definition

An order of the court that its judgment (decision) be carried out.

Context: Used in General Law

In legal contexts, “writ of execution” refers to an order of the court that its judgment (decision) be carried out.

Jurisdiction: Common law

Legal Areas: General Law

Pronunciation: /writ-of-execution/

Etymology: Origin: English legal terminology

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