SCPA 601 · Article 6. Orders and Decrees
Definition of decree and order; how order enforced
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§ 601. Definition of decree and order; how order enforced
The determination of the rights of the parties to a special proceeding in the court is a decree.
A direction of the court made or entered in writing and not included in a decree is an order.
A decree or order has the same effect and may be enforced in like manner as a similar judgment, decree or order made by the supreme court in an action.
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