Exécutoires

Exécutoires refers to a legal term in French-speaking jurisdictions, specifically relating to the enforceability of judicial or administrative decisions. It is essentially an official stamp or endorsement that renders a legal judgment or administrative act enforceable by the authorities. Without an exécutoire, a court order or administrative decision may be legally recognized but cannot be actively enforced through means such as seizure of assets or imposition of penalties.

The purpose of an exécutoire is to provide a clear indication that a decision has reached a final and binding stage and is ready for execution. This stamp typically contains specific wording and is affixed to the original document. It signifies that the decision is no longer subject to ordinary appeals, or that the time for appeal has passed. This ensures that parties can rely on the finality of legal rulings and that the legal system can maintain order and provide effective remedies. In essence, it transforms a pronouncement into a mandate for action.