verklagi

Verklagi is a term used in Icelandic law to describe the enforcement phase of a court decision, judgment, or other binding obligation. In this sense, verklagi refers to the legal process by which a creditor or enforcing authority compels performance, typically through measures such as seizure and sale of assets, garnishment of wages, or other coercive actions permitted by law. The exact procedures and authorities involved vary by jurisdiction, but the core idea is to move from recognition of a right in court to active enforcement.

Etymology: The word is derived from a verb meaning to execute or carry out, with a nominal suffix forming a process noun. The term is most commonly encountered in Icelandic-language legal writing and public discourse.

In other Nordic languages, cognates exist but with different meanings. For example, in Norwegian and Danish, a form like verklage refers to an appeal or complaint rather than enforcement. In Swedish legal language, enforcement is typically described with terms such as verkställighet. Because of these differences, care should be taken when translating verklagi across languages.

See also: civil procedure, enforcement, debt collection, wage garnishment.