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stay of execution means:
Dritterinnerungsbefugnis means:
Substantiv
partial
noun
This English term refers to the effect of enforcing a right to stop a writ of execution to enforce a judgment, whereas the German concept encompasses the right of a third-party against whom the judgment is being enforced (e.g., via a garnishment proceeding).
a court order that temporarily prevents someone from enforcing a judgment, law, or rule etc
The health minister gave a last-minute stay of execution over the Christmas holidays, but insisted that the smoking ban must go ahead.
if someone gives a stay of execution they delay something
Hereford United have been given a stay of execution by the Football Conference as they wait to see if they will be allowed to remain in the league.