Cal. Civ. Code § 29-18-111
Plaintiff's bond.
Operative Text
The party complaining is required, before the issuance of the writ, to give bond, with good security, to pay all costs and damages which shall accrue to the defendant for the wrongful prosecution of the suit.
Tennessee Code Ann. tit. 29, ch. 18 § 29-18-111 establishes a pre-filing requirement in unlawful detainer and eviction proceedings: before a court issues the writ that initiates the action, the complaining party must post a bond backed by adequate security. This bond serves as a financial guarantee that if the lawsuit is pursued wrongfully, the defendant will be compensated for any resulting costs and damages. The rule functions as a procedural safeguard, ensuring that the party bringing the action has a financial stake in the legitimacy of the claim.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Tenn. Code Ann. tit. 29, ch. 18 § 29-18-111, a landlord who initiates an eviction or detainer action is generally expected to arrange and post a bond with sufficient security before the court will issue the writ. Compliant operators typically work with the court clerk early in the filing process to understand the bond amount and acceptable forms of security. Failure to satisfy this requirement can delay or prevent the issuance of the writ, stalling the eviction proceeding.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenn. Code Ann. tit. 29, ch. 18 § 29-18-111 provides tenants with a meaningful protection: if a landlord pursues an eviction action wrongfully, the bond that the landlord was required to post before the writ issued can be a source of recovery for the tenant's costs and damages. Tenants who believe an eviction action was brought without proper basis may be able to raise the bond requirement and any wrongful prosecution as part of their defense in court. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office can help a tenant understand how this provision may apply to their circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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