writ of execution

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A formal written order issued by a court of law that commands a law enforcement officer, typically a sheriff, to enforce a court's judgment. This usually involves seizing property or assets from a judgment debtor to satisfy a debt or obligation owed to the judgment creditor (plaintiff). Usage This term is used in a legal context to describe the specific document that initiates...