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Practice question: Execution as a Matter of Right vs. Matter of Discretion

Multiple Choice Easy

Practice question

When does Rule 39 section 1 ordinarily permit execution as a matter of right on motion?
  1. Before any judgment exists
  2. After an appealable judgment disposes of the action and the appeal period expires without a duly perfected appeal, subject to applicable qualifications
  3. Whenever the plaintiff files the complaint
  4. Whenever a witness requests payment
  5. Only if the losing party voluntarily waives every property right

Legal references

  • https://lawphil.net/courts/rules/rc_1-71_civil.html — Rule 39 sections 1–4, final-judgment execution, discretionary execution, approved supersedeas bond and judgments ordinarily not stayed by appeal.
  • https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2005/sep2005/gr_135830_2005.html — Carlos v. Sandoval, with consolidated SIDDCOR petitions, G.R. Nos. 135830, 136035 and 137743, September 30, 2005, main decision on good reasons, special order and due-hearing opportunity.

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