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Simple English definitions for legal terms

execution

Read a random definition: Schechter Poultry Corp. v. United States (1935)

A quick definition of execution:

Execution: Execution means completing a task or order, like finishing a project or signing a contract. It can also mean putting someone to death as punishment for a crime they committed. Lastly, it can refer to enforcing a court decision to pay money.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Execution means:

  1. The act of carrying out, performing, or completing something. For example, the execution of an order or decree.
  2. Signing or completing all formalities necessary to make a contract or document effective. This can include signing, stamping, or delivering the document.
  3. To put someone to death according to a court-rendered sentence.
  4. Enforcement of a monetary judgment.

Examples:

  • After receiving the order, the team began the execution of the plan.
  • The contract was not considered valid until both parties had completed the execution by signing and delivering it.
  • The prisoner was sentenced to execution for his crimes.
  • The court ordered the execution of the judgment, and the debtor's assets were seized to pay the debt.

The examples illustrate the different meanings of execution. The first example shows execution as the act of carrying out a plan. The second example shows execution as the completion of formalities to make a contract valid. The third example shows execution as the act of putting someone to death as punishment. The fourth example shows execution as the enforcement of a monetary judgment.

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