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MS SB2737
Bill
AI Summary
- Extends appeal bond requirements to nonmonetary judgments, allowing courts to set bond amounts based on estimated monetary injury that would occur during the appeal process
- Requires an evidentiary hearing where the movant must prove estimated monetary injury by a preponderance of the evidence before a bond can be set for nonmonetary judgments
- Caps appeal bonds for both monetary and nonmonetary judgments at 50% of the appellant's net worth, with an absolute maximum of $35 million
- Preserves existing protections allowing courts to require higher bonds (up to the full judgment amount) if an appellee proves the appellant is dissipating assets to avoid payment
- Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Appeal bond for nonmonetary judgment; authorize for estimated monetary injury that would be incurred following a hearing.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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