Tara lost a large sum of money to Judy when she invested in what she alleged was a fraudulent investment scheme run by Judy.So Tara sued Judy for fraud.However, as it would take more than a year before the case was heard, Tara was afraid that Judy would transfer any money or property she had to avoid having to pay a judgment if she lost at trial.Which of the following writ motions would help Tara stop Judy from doing so?

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A writ of attachment would allow Tara to have a court order to seize and hold onto any of Judy's property or assets until the outcome of the trial. This would prevent Judy from transferring or hiding her assets to avoid paying a judgment. Option B) writ of execution is used after a judgment has been entered to collect the money owed by a debtor. Option C) writ of garnishment is used to collect a debt owed to the defendant by a third party, such as a bank or employer. Option D) writ of exigent is not a commonly used legal term.

Tara Lost a Large Sum of Money to Judy When