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Appeal Bond

Indiana Appeal Bond

An Indiana Appeal Bond (also called a supersedeas bond) allows you to pause the enforcement of a court judgment while you appeal the decision. The bond guarantees that if your appeal fails, you'll pay the judgment amount plus interest, costs, and damages for delay. Bond amounts vary based on the judgment but are cappe…

Overview

What it is.

An Indiana Appeal Bond (also called a supersedeas bond) allows you to pause the enforcement of a court judgment while you appeal the decision. The bond guarantees that if your appeal fails, you'll pay the judgment amount plus interest, costs, and damages for delay. Bond amounts vary based on the judgment but are cappe…

Who usually needs it

Individuals or entities who lose a court case in Indiana and wish to appeal the judgment while suspending enforcement of that judgment during the appeal process

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Appeal bonds (supersedeas bonds) are required to stay execution of a judgment while an appeal is pending. Pricing Information:. Court bonds are reviewed case-by-case and must be approved before pricing can be provided. • Bond amount: Typically 100–150% of the judgment amount. • What affects pricing: Case amount, type of appeal, credit and financial strength. • Collateral: Often required (ILOC or cash collateral). • Expedited service: Available for time-sensitive appeals</…

Typical timeframe

Court application — expedited service available

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateIN
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeIndiana Trial and Appellate Courts
Bond classAppeal Bond
CategoryCourt/Judicial
BondIndiana Appeal Bond
Plain descriptionAn Indiana Appeal Bond (also called a supersedeas bond) allows you to pause the enforcement of a court judgment while you appeal the decision. The bond guarantees that if your appeal fails, you'll pay the judgment amoun…
Who needs this bondIndividuals or entities who lose a court case in Indiana and wish to appeal the judgment while suspending enforcement of that judgment during the appeal process
FAQ

Common questions.

What is the maximum appeal bond amount required in Indiana?

Under Indiana Code § 34-49-5-3, appeal bonds in Indiana are capped at $25 million regardless of the total judgment amount. However, if the court finds that an appellant is dissipating assets outside the ordinary course of business to avoid paying the judgment, the court may require a bond equal to the full judgment amount without the cap.

Do I need an appeal bond just to file an appeal in Indiana?

No, you do not need an appeal bond to file an appeal in Indiana. However, you do need an appeal bond (also called a supersedeas bond) if you want to stay (suspend) enforcement of the judgment while your appeal is pending. Without the bond, the winning party can begin collecting on the judgment immediately through wage garnishment, bank levies, or property liens.

What does an Indiana appeal bond cover?

An Indiana appeal bond must cover the full amount of the judgment remaining unsatisfied, plus costs on appeal, interest accrued during the appeal, and damages for delay. The bond guarantees that if the appeal fails or is dismissed, the appellee (winning party) will be paid the full judgment amount along with these additional expenses.

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