Which writ is used to enforce a money judgment by the U.S. Marshals Service?

Which writ is used to enforce a money judgment by the U.S. Marshals Service?

• A. Juror Summons
• B. Writ of Attachment
• C. Writ of Execution
• D. Subpoena Duces Tecum

Answer: (C)

Enforcing a money judgment is done with a writ of execution. This court-issued order directs the U.S. Marshals Service to see the judgment through by collecting what is owed. The marshal can seize non-exempt property, garnish wages, or levy funds in bank accounts to satisfy the amount, or arrange the sale of assets to convert the judgment into payment, all under applicable law. This tool is used specifically after a judgment has been entered to compel payment, whereas other instruments serve different moments or purposes: an attachment writ is used to secure property before or during litigation, a juror summons is for jury service, and a subpoena duces tecum orders production of documents.

Enforcing a money judgment is done with a writ of execution. This court-issued order directs the U.S. Marshals Service to see the judgment through by collecting what is owed. The marshal can seize non-exempt property, garnish wages, or levy funds in bank accounts to satisfy the amount, or arrange the sale of assets to convert the judgment into payment, all under applicable law. This tool is used specifically after a judgment has been entered to compel payment, whereas other instruments serve different moments or purposes: an attachment writ is used to secure property before or during litigation, a juror summons is for jury service, and a subpoena duces tecum orders production of documents.