Any person (individual or corporation) applying for a license to act as a bail bond surety in a county with a bail bond board. Required when: Application for a license to act as a bail bond surety or as an agent for a corporate surety. Exemptions: Attorneys licensed to practice law in Texas who represent the principal…
Overview
What it is.
Any person (individual or corporation) applying for a license to act as a bail bond surety in a county with a bail bond board. Required when: Application for a license to act as a bail bond surety or as an agent for a corporate surety. Exemptions: Attorneys licensed to practice law in Texas who represent the principal…
Who usually needs it
Any person (individual or corporation) applying for a license to act as a bail bond surety in a county with a bail bond board.
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.
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.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateTXBond amount$50,000Term length2 yearsObligeeCounty Bail Bond BoardRenewalA license holder must file a renewal application with the board at least 31 days before the license expires and pay a $500 filing fee.Bond classAppeal BondCategoryInsuranceBondSecurity Requirements for Bail Bond SuretyStatutory referenceTexas Occupations Code § 1704.160JurisdictionState