Legal Definitions - pluries

A plurieswrit is a formal written order issued by a court when previous attempts to serve or execute a similar court order have been unsuccessful. It represents a third or subsequent attempt by the court to ensure its directive is carried out, following an initial writ and a second attempt (known as an 'alias' writ). Essentially, it signifies the court's persistent effort to achieve a specific legal action when earlier attempts have failed to produce the desired result.

• Example 1: Serving a Lawsuit Summons

  Imagine a situation where a person, Sarah, is suing a company, "Tech Solutions Inc." The court issues an initial summons, which is the official notice of the lawsuit, to be delivered to Tech Solutions. If the process server cannot locate the company's registered agent or a valid address after several attempts, the court might then issue an 'alias' summons for a second attempt. If that second attempt also fails, perhaps because the company has moved without updating its records, the court could then issue a pluries summons. This pluries summons is the court's third or subsequent effort to formally notify Tech Solutions Inc. that they are being sued, demonstrating the court's commitment to ensuring due process.

• Example 2: Enforcing a Financial Judgment

  Consider a scenario where a court has ordered a debtor, Mr. Henderson, to pay a sum of money to a creditor. When Mr. Henderson fails to pay, the court might issue a 'writ of execution,' which is an order allowing the creditor to seize Mr. Henderson's assets to satisfy the debt. If the sheriff attempts to execute this writ but cannot find any suitable assets, an 'alias' writ of execution might be issued for a second attempt. If that second attempt also proves fruitless, perhaps because Mr. Henderson has hidden his assets or moved them, the court could then issue a pluries writ of execution. This pluries writ represents the court's continued authorization for the sheriff to search for and seize assets, indicating a third or later attempt to enforce the judgment.

• Example 3: Compelling a Witness's Appearance

  Suppose a crucial witness, Ms. Chen, is required to testify in a criminal trial. The court first issues a subpoena, ordering her to appear. If Ms. Chen fails to appear as ordered, the court might issue a 'writ of attachment' or an arrest warrant to compel her attendance. If the authorities are unable to locate or apprehend Ms. Chen after diligent efforts, an 'alias' writ of attachment might be issued for a second attempt to bring her to court. Should this second attempt also fail, the court could then issue a pluries writ of attachment. This pluries writ signifies the court's third or subsequent directive to law enforcement to locate and secure Ms. Chen's presence, underscoring the court's determination to ensure all necessary parties participate in the legal process.