What are details of writ of execution and levy

Asked about 1 year ago - Silver Spring, MD

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ex has judgements against him for alimony. his name is on deed with his mom for a house. mom's name only is on loan. I'm told that a writ of execution and levy can be done.- that relationship of mom/son can be severed and his share of house auctioned to pay for judgements. Does name of person who wins bid get put on deed. Is equity only auctioned. I would appreciate any details I can get.

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    Answered May 12, 2012 10:23. A writ of execution authorizes the sheriff to enter onto a person's place of business or home and tag items to be seized and sold at a later date. That tag cannot be removed off or else the judgment debtor would be in contempt of court. the tagging is considered on levy and creates a lien in all of those assets.

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  2. Contributor Level 15

    Answered May 18, 2012 12:06. A writ of execution allows the sheriff to tag any item that may be sold to pay off a lien. There are specific rules about how the auction of any item must be conducted. I would urge you or your friend to secure competent counsel immediately.

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