Question

make a modern equivalent of writ

Answer 1

There are five types of Writs - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo warranto.

Habeas Corpus. "Habeas Corpus" is a Latin term which literally means "you may have the body." ...

Mandamus. Mandamus is a Latin word, which means "We Command". ...

Certiorari. ...

Prohibition. ...

The Writ of Quo-Warranto.

writ. If you are ever served with a writ, then you better do what it says. A writ is a written document issuing a legal order. ... Nowadays, the king is most likely no longer involved, but this word still refers to a legal document issued by a court of law.