writ of execution
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In September, a federal judge approved a writ of execution to the Federal Reserve in New York to seize the $7 billion to cover the judgment the plaintiffs had won nearly a decade earlier.
From Washington Times • Apr. 7, 2022
If granted by the court, the writ of execution could allow law enforcement to begin a transfer of real property, assets or money to the filing party as a result of the judgment.
From Fox News • May 19, 2021
Jackson’s lawyers reportedly filed a writ of execution against Mari and are actively searching for answers regarding her income and finances to recoup the loss.
From Fox News • May 19, 2021
According to documents obtained by Us Weekly, a writ of execution was ordered in March 2020 and executed within a month later by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
From Fox News • Jul. 17, 2020
"I have a writ of execution," he declared.
From The Pride of Palomar by Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard)
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