Escrow & Title
In Louisiana, a 'writ of seizure and sale' in a mortgage foreclosure is the court order that:
ATransfers title directly to the lender
BCommands the sheriff to seize and sell the property at public auction to satisfy the mortgage debt✓ Correct
CCancels the mortgage automatically
DRequires the borrower to vacate immediately
Explanation
A writ of seizure and sale (saisie-vente) is the court order obtained after a judgment of foreclosure, directing the parish sheriff to seize the mortgaged property and conduct a public auction to satisfy the outstanding mortgage debt.
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