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A writ of supersedeas is a legal document that stops a creditor from taking action to collect a debt while an appeal is pending. It is also known as a supersedeas bond. This document is used to protect the debtor's rights during the appeal process.
A writ of supersedeas is a legal document that suspends a judgment creditor's power to collect money or property from a debtor, usually while an appeal is pending. It can also refer to a bond that is posted to guarantee payment if the appeal is unsuccessful.
These examples illustrate how a writ of supersedeas can be used to temporarily stop a judgment from being enforced while a legal challenge is underway. This can provide relief to a debtor who might otherwise suffer irreparable harm if the judgment were enforced before the appeal is resolved.