Enforcement Proceeding
/ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt prəˈsiːdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal process initiated to compel compliance with a court judgment, order, or decree.
The creditor filed an enforcement proceeding to collect the judgment debt.
Forms
- enforcement proceeding
- enforcement proceedings
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Commentary
Enforcement proceedings focus specifically on the post-judgment phase to ensure compliance or recovery; distinct from the original trial or litigation process.
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