CA AB2899

Requires employers challenging Labor Commissioner minimum wage violation citations to post a bond equal to the unpaid wages, liquidated damages, and overtime compensation assessed before filing a writ of mandate in court.

Bond must be issued by a state-authorized surety, issued in favor of unpaid employees, and ensures the employer makes required payments during the legal proceedings.

If the employer fails to pay owed wages within 10 days of judgment, dismissal, or settlement agreement, the bond proceeds are forfeited to the affected employees.

Establishes that writ of mandate petitions must be filed within 45 days of the Labor Commissioner's decision, with the bond requirement serving as a condition precedent to filing.