§ Rule 3255 Writ of Possession

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Rule 3255. Writ of Possession

    The writ of possession shall be substantially in the following form:

    (Caption)

    WRIT OF POSSESSION

    Commonwealth of Pennsylvania                      )
                                                                             )
    County of __________________                     )
    To the Sheriff of _______________ County:

    “(1) To satisfy the judgment for possession in the above matter you are directed to deliver possession of the following described property to ______________________________: _______(Specifically describe property)

    Note: Description of property may be included in, or attached to, the writ.

        (2) To satisfy the costs against _______ you are directed to levy upon any property of _______ and sell his or her interest therein.

                                                             “________________________________
                                                              (Name of Prothonotary (Clerk))
    Seal of the Court                              “________________________________
                                                              (Deputy)”

    Date ________
        Note: If the judgment includes profits or damages, or if attachment execution for costs is desired, the plaintiff may issue a separate writ of execution under Rule 3102.