Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12)

Code of Organization and Civil Procedure (Cap. 12), article 277

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277. (1) Saving the exceptions laid down in this Code, no warrant or garnishee order may be executed other than during such time as may be prescribed by the Minister responsible for justice by regulations made under this article. (2) Regulations made under this article may also provide for such cases in which the execution of a warrant or an order is allowed to take place other than during the prescribed time, the method of execution and the statements which have to be included in the certificate of service: Provided that, for reasons of urgency to be confirmed on oath by the applicant, the court may allow the execution of any warrant or order other than during the prescribed time. Service of copy of warrant on party against whom it is issued. Amended by: IX.1886.63; XIX.1965.14; XIV.2006.9.

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