Terms Used In Wisconsin Statutes 813.15

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.

If the defendant shall satisfy the court or judge granting such writ that there is no reason for the defendant’s restraint or shall give security for the performance of the judgment in the action, the writ shall be discharged.