What does an attachment court order authorize?

An attachment court order is a legal directive that allows a creditor to obtain a court order to seize a debtor's property to ensure that they can collect a debt. This can include both real and personal property. By granting this authorization, the court seeks to protect the creditor's ability to recover what is owed to them pending the outcome of a lawsuit.

The reason option B is correct lies in the nature of attachment orders, which can encompass various types of property, thus providing a broader tool for creditors compared to other options. Seizing real property, such as land or buildings, alongside personal property, enhances the creditor's chances of securing payment.

Other choices focus on narrower aspects of property seizure or specific types of property. For instance, one option is limited to personal property, which does not capture the full scope of what an attachment order can cover. An order for immediate delivery specifies only certain personal property and lacks the generality of attachment. The option about collecting a debt owed by a third party does not accurately describe an attachment order's purpose, which is centered on the property of the debtor themselves rather than the obligations of third parties.