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PART 2. OF CIVIL ACTIONS 307-1062.20›TITLE 14. OF MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 989-1062.20›CHAPTER 2. Bonds and Undertakings 995.010-996.560›ARTICLE 2. General Provisions 995.210-995.260

§ 995.240

California Code of Civil Procedure · 2018-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

The court may, in its discretion, waive a provision for a bond in an action or proceeding and make such orders as may be appropriate as if the bond were given, if the court determines that the principal is unable to give the bond because the principal is indigent and is unable to obtain sufficient sureties, whether personal or admitted surety insurers. In exercising its discretion the court shall take into consideration all factors it deems relevant, including but not limited to the character of the action or proceeding, the nature of the beneficiary, whether public or private, and the potential harm to the beneficiary if the provision for the bond is waived.

(Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 998, Sec. 1.)

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