An appeal bond, also called a supersedeas bond, lets the losing party pause enforcement of a judgment while they appeal, by guaranteeing payment of the judgment if the appeal does not succeed.
An appeal bond, also called a supersedeas bond, is posted by the party that lost at trial and wants to appeal. It guarantees that if the appeal fails, the appealing party will pay the judgment, plus interest and costs that build up while the appeal is pending. In return, the court stays, or pauses, enforcement of the judgment so the winning party cannot collect until the appeal is decided.
A defendant, or any party ordered to pay, who wants to appeal and stop collection during the appeal posts this bond. The court or the rules of the jurisdiction decide when it is required and how much it must be.
The amount is usually the judgment plus an allowance for interest and costs during the appeal. Many states set the formula by rule or statute. It is set per case.
Appeal bonds are underwritten more closely than most court bonds because the surety is standing behind a known dollar judgment. Carriers often ask for collateral or a strong financial statement. Send us the judgment and the court's order and we will tell you quickly what a carrier will need.
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This page is a general summary and not legal advice. Bond requirements and amounts are set by the court and can vary by county and case. Confirm the current requirement with the court before you apply.