noun
- plural of writ; formal written orders issued by a court or other legal authority commanding someone to do or not do something
Usage: legal
Examples
- The judge issued several writs to compel the witnesses to testify.
- The court clerk prepared the writs for service to the defendants.
- Writs of habeas corpus protect individuals from unlawful detention.
- The attorney filed writs requesting access to the sealed documents.
- Multiple writs were served on the company demanding financial records.
- The sheriff delivered the writs to the property owners.
- Emergency writs can be issued to prevent immediate harm.