In England, the king may, by his writ of protection, privilege any person in his service from arrest in civil proceedings during a year and a day; but this prerogative is seldom, if ever, exercised. Archb. Pr. 687. See Co. Litt 130a. … [Read more...]
WRIT OF ASSOCIATION
In English practice. A writ whereby certain persons (usually the clerk of assize and his subordinate officers) are directed to associate themselves with the justices and Serjeants; and they are required to admit the said persons into their society in order to take the assizes. 3 Bl. Comm. 59. … [Read more...]
WRIT OF ATTACHMENT
A court order that provides a sheriff with the power and direction to seize property that is in the possession of a judgment debtor in order to satisfy the judgment held by the creditor. … [Read more...]
WRIT DE CURIA CLAUDENDA
Eng. law. The name of a writ, used to compel a party to enclose his land. … [Read more...]
WRIT OF CERTIORARI
See certiorari. … [Read more...]