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NeCede's

Maxim 8.9.4

Executions are preferred to all other processes.

Executiones omni processu praeferuntur.

Source: Co. Litt. 287, 289 Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational

Explanation

Once a judgment has been obtained, the writ of execution takes priority over other legal processes — the party who has prevailed is entitled to the fruits of his victory without further delay.

Where this applies

  • I won my case and I want my judgment enforced right now — before anything else.
  • The winner of a lawsuit is entitled to have the judgment carried out promptly.

Legal domains

See also

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 8.9.4 — Executions are preferred to all other processes. — Co. Litt. 287, 289 (Executiones omni processu praeferuntur.)

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