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HomeCode of Civil ProcedurePRELIMINARY PROVI...Pt. 2Ch. 4§ 1003 Order Motion Definition

§ 1003 Order Motion Definition

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§ 1003 Order Motion Definition

This law explains what a court 'order' is and how to ask for one. It says an order is a written instruction from a judge that isn't part of a final decision.

Key Takeaways

  • •A court order is a written rule from a judge that isn't part of the final decision.
  • •If you want the judge to make a rule like this, you have to ask by making a 'motion'.
  • •Orders are used to handle things while waiting for the full case to be decided.

Example

If two neighbors are fighting over a shared fence, and one asks the judge to make the other stop building until they figure it out.

The judge can write an order telling the neighbor to stop building the fence for now. This isn't the final decision, just a temporary rule.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1003 Order Motion Definition

Every direction of a court or judge, made or entered in writing, and not included in a judgment, is denominated an order. An application for an order is a motion. (Amended by Stats. 1951, Ch. 1737.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

ordermotion

Related Statutes

  • § 1005.5 Motion Deemed Made Pending
  • § 1245.040 Modification Of Deposit Order
  • § 630 Jury Trial Directed Verdict
  • § 684.010 Service On Judgment Creditor
  • § 703.600 Appeal Of Orders

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Code of Civil Procedure. Section 1003.
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