What does a capias pro fine serve as?

A capias pro fine is a legal document that serves as a writ issued after a hearing for failure to satisfy a judgment. This type of writ is used in situations where an individual has not fulfilled the financial obligations imposed by a court judgment, such as unpaid fines or restitution. When a capias pro fine is issued, it allows law enforcement to arrest the individual to compel them to appear in court to explain their inability to pay or to fulfill the terms of the judgment. This mechanism ensures that the court system can enforce its financial orders and helps uphold the rule of law by making it clear that there are consequences for failing to meet court obligations.