An Illinois Injunction or Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Bond is required by circuit courts when a private plaintiff seeks to temporarily stop or restrain another party from certain actions. The bond protects the restrained party from financial damages if the injunction is later found to be wrongful, covering costs…
Overview
What it is.
An Illinois Injunction or Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Bond is required by circuit courts when a private plaintiff seeks to temporarily stop or restrain another party from certain actions. The bond protects the restrained party from financial damages if the injunction is later found to be wrongful, covering costs…
Who usually needs it
Private plaintiffs (movants) who seek a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction to stop or restrain another party from taking certain actions in Illinois circuit courts. Governmental entities are exempt from this bonding requirement. The court may waive the bond requirement for good cause, such as when there is no likelihood of harm to the def…
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Injunction bonds are required when seeking temporary restraining orders or preliminary injunctions from a court. Pricing Information:. Court bonds are reviewed case-by-case and must be approved before pricing can be provided. • Bond amount: Set by the court to cover potential damages to the restrained party. • What affects pricing: Case type, potential damages, credit and financial strength. • Collateral: Often required. • Expedited service: Available for urgent court dea…
Typical timeframe
Court application — expedited service available
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
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StateILBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeIllinois Circuit CourtsBond classInjunction BondCategoryCourt/JudicialBondIllinois Injunction / TRO BondPlain descriptionAn Illinois Injunction or Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) Bond is required by circuit courts when a private plaintiff seeks to temporarily stop or restrain another party from certain actions. The bond protects the res…Who needs this bondPrivate plaintiffs (movants) who seek a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction to stop or restrain another party from taking certain actions in Illinois circuit courts. Governmental entities are exempt fr…
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the bond amount for an Illinois Injunction or TRO Bond?
The bond amount is set at the sole discretion of the Illinois circuit court based on potential damages to the restrained party. There is no fixed amount - the court determines "such sum, upon such conditions and with sufficiency as may be deemed proper" under 735 ILCS 5/11-103. The bond must be sufficient to cover costs, damages, litigation expenses, and attorneys' fees if the injunction is later found wrongful.
Can the Illinois court waive the injunction bond requirement?
Yes, Illinois circuit courts may waive the injunction bond requirement for "good cause shown." Common grounds for waiver include: no likelihood of harm to the defendant, undue hardship to the plaintiff, or the plaintiff's non-profit status. However, the factual basis for waiver must be explicitly supported in the complaint allegations or affidavits - a mere recital in the court order is insufficient. If the defendant does not demand a bond, the issue is waived on appeal.
Who is exempt from the Illinois injunction bond requirement?
Governmental entities are exempt from posting an injunction bond in Illinois under 735 ILCS 5/11-103. Only private plaintiffs (movants) may be required to post a bond when seeking a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction. The bond requirement applies solely to protect private parties from wrongful restraint, not government agencies exercising their authority.