Legal Definitions - original writ

ORIGINAL WRIT

An original writ is a legal document issued by a court that initiates a legal action or proceeding. It is the first document that starts a lawsuit or legal case.

For example, a person who wants to sue someone for breach of contract may file an original writ with the court. The original writ will state the plaintiff's claim and the relief sought. Another example is a writ of habeas corpus, which is an original writ that requires a person who is being detained to be brought before a court or judge.

These examples illustrate how an original writ is used to start a legal action or proceeding. Without an original writ, a lawsuit or legal case cannot begin.