A legal order is a formal command issued by a court or other authority. A WRIT is a written order issued by a court or other authority, such as a judge or magistrate. A DECREE is a formal and authoritative order, ruling, or decision issued by a court or other governmental body. A STAY is an order from a court that temporarily halts a legal PROCESS. A PROCESS is a legal document issued by a court or other authority that orders a person to appear in court or take some other action. A SUMMONS is a legal document issued by a court or other authority that orders a person to appear in court or take some other action. A SUBPOENA is a legal document issued by a court or other authority that orders a person to appear in court or take some other action, and can also be used to compel the production of evidence.