Who may request a writ of attachment?

• A. Both the Defense and the State
• B. The Defense
• C. A Judge
• D. The State

Answer: (A)

A writ of attachment is a court order used to seize or freeze a defendant’s assets to secure a potential judgment or prevent dissipation while a case is pending. Either party with a legitimate stake in the outcome—such as the defense in a criminal or civil matter, or the state pursuing a claim—may file a motion asking the court to issue this writ. The judge then weighs the motion and, if warranted, grants the writ. The key point is that the request comes from the parties involved, not from the judge on their own, and both sides can seek this remedy when appropriate. That’s why the answer reflects both the Defense and the State.