Legal Definitions - QEN

QEN

QEN is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase "quare executionem non," which means "why execution should not be issued." It is a legal term used to challenge the issuance of a court order or judgment.

1. A defendant may file a QEN to challenge the execution of a judgment against them, citing reasons such as improper service of process or lack of evidence.

2. A creditor may file a QEN to challenge the debtor's request for a stay of execution, arguing that the debtor has not provided sufficient evidence of hardship.

QEN is a legal term used to challenge the issuance of a court order or judgment. It is typically used when a party believes that the execution of a judgment or order would be improper or unjust. The examples illustrate how QEN can be used in different contexts, such as challenging a judgment against a defendant or a stay of execution requested by a debtor. By filing a QEN, the party is asking the court to reconsider its decision and provide a valid reason for why execution should be issued.