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Term: SCI. FA.

Definition: SCI. FA. is short for SCIRE FACIAS, which is a legal term used to describe a court order that requires someone to show why a judgment or decision should not be enforced against them. It's like a second chance to explain why they shouldn't have to follow the original ruling.

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Term: SCI. FA.
Definition: SCI. FA. is an abbreviation for SCIRE FACIAS, which is a legal term that refers to a writ or legal action that requires a person to show cause as to why a judgment against them should not be enforced.
Example: If a person owes money to another person and a judgment has been made against them, the creditor can use a SCIRE FACIAS writ to force the debtor to pay the debt or face consequences such as wage garnishment or property seizure.
Explanation: The example illustrates how a SCIRE FACIAS writ can be used to enforce a judgment against a debtor who has failed to pay a debt. The writ requires the debtor to show cause as to why the judgment should not be enforced, and if they cannot provide a valid reason, they may face legal consequences.

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