Hi Jenita, if you’re talking about the execution of a writ for the levy of property, I would seriously recommend that you consider other alternatives. Our experience is that the Sheriff’s Office looking after our area is increasing slow to execute these writs, and frequently Council receives correspondence from the Sheriff stating that the writ has not been executed due to various organisational exigencies. No further action can take place while you await execution, and if nothing eventually happens, you’re back where you started and the property owner owes even more. Perhaps your particular Sheriff’s Office is a little more pro-active. I believe it’s much more effective to serve an examination notice, followed up by an examination summons. The latter comes with the warning of potential apprehension if the summons is ignored, which in our experience can be surprisingly persuasive. A bird in the hand comes to mind. I’m interested to hear of others’ experiences. All the best, James.
