Rule 7. Bond for Costs on Appeal in a Civil Case

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In a civil case, the district court may require an appellant to file a bond or provide other security in any form and amount necessary to ensure payment of costs on appeal. Rule 8(b) applies to a surety on a bond given under this rule.

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Rule 7. Bond for Costs on Appeal in a Civil Case · Fed. R. App. P. 7 | Frix