Appeal Bonds
Stay free while appealing your conviction. Appeal bonds allow you to remain out of custody during the appeals process while your case is reviewed by higher courts.
Understanding Appeal Bonds
Appeal bonds are not automatically granted and require careful legal consideration by the court before approval.
An appeal bond allows a convicted defendant to remain free while their case is being appealed to a higher court. These bonds are typically only granted when there are strong grounds for appeal and the defendant poses minimal risk.
Appeal bonds are more difficult to obtain than regular bail bonds because they come after a conviction. The court must be convinced that the appeal has merit and that the defendant will not flee or pose a danger to the community.
The appeal process can take months or even years, making these long-term commitments that require substantial collateral and ongoing compliance with court conditions.
Important Considerations
Appeal bonds are not guaranteed and are only granted in specific circumstances.
The defendant must have been convicted and be actively pursuing an appeal.
Bond amounts are typically higher than original bail due to conviction status.
Time Sensitivity
Appeals must be filed within strict time limits (usually 10-30 days after conviction). Contact us immediately if you're considering an appeal bond.
Types of Appeal Bonds
Different types of appeals may require different bond structures and requirements.
Criminal Appeal Bond
Posted while appealing a criminal conviction to a higher court
Requirements:
- Conviction is being appealed
- Trial court grants bond
- Strong appeal grounds
Duration: Pending appeal resolution
Civil Appeal Bond
Required in civil cases to appeal judgment and stay execution
Requirements:
- Civil judgment appeal
- Stay of execution needed
- Security for judgment
Duration: During appeal process
Supersedeas Bond
Stays execution of judgment while appeal is pending
Requirements:
- Court-ordered judgment
- Valid grounds for appeal
- Financial security
Duration: Until appeal conclusion
Appeal Bond Process
The appeal bond process requires coordination between your attorney, the court, and our bail bond team.
Conviction & Sentencing
After conviction and sentencing, defendant files notice of appeal with trial court.
Motion for Appeal Bond
Attorney files motion requesting defendant be allowed to remain free during appeal.
Bond Hearing
Judge considers factors including likelihood of appeal success and flight risk.
Appeal Bond Posted
If granted, Broadway Bail Bonds posts the appeal bond to secure continued freedom.
Appeal Bond Approval Factors
Courts consider multiple factors when deciding whether to grant an appeal bond.
Likelihood of Successful Appeal
Court assesses whether the appeal has merit and reasonable chance of success
Flight Risk Assessment
Evaluation of defendant's ties to community and likelihood to appear
Public Safety Concerns
Whether defendant poses danger to community if released pending appeal
Nature of Original Conviction
Severity of charges and sentence affects appeal bond eligibility
Criminal History
Prior convictions and compliance with previous bond conditions
Community Ties
Employment, family, and residence stability in the jurisdiction
Appeal Bond Requirements
Due to the post-conviction nature of appeal bonds, requirements are stringent:
Our Appeal Bond Experience
Broadway Bail Bonds has experience with appeal bonds including:
- Working with appellate attorneys
- Long-term bond management
- Substantial collateral coordination
- Court compliance monitoring
- Appeal process navigation
Work With Your Attorney
Appeal bonds require close coordination with your appellate attorney. We work directly with legal counsel to ensure all requirements are met.
Considering an Appeal Bond?
Appeal bonds are complex legal matters with strict time limits. Contact us immediately to discuss your options and requirements.