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M. BURR KEIM AGENCY · Fiduciary & Probate Bonds · Reviewed November 2026

Replevin Bond

A replevin bond — also called a claim and delivery bond — is a court-required surety bond used when a party asks the court to order the return of specific property. It protects the property owner and the court if the party taking possession is not entitled to keep the property.

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At a glance

Product
Replevin Bond
Category
Fiduciary & Probate Bonds
Required amount
The court sets the bond amount, often based on the value of the property and the potential damages to the current holder. Some states use a statutory formula. Confirm the required amount and obligee with the court or the attorney handling the action.
Online issue
Individuals: instant issue with acceptable credit up to $20,000. Financial institutions: instant issue up to $100,000. Higher amounts or specialized court forms may require underwriting review.
Term
The bond usually remains in force until the replevin action is concluded and the court releases the bond. Some courts require a specific term or renewal. Follow the court’s order and the applicable rules of civil procedure.

Who needs a replevin Bond?

  • An individual or business filing a replevin or claim and delivery action to recover specific property.
  • A financial institution seeking possession of collateral through a court-ordered claim and delivery process.
  • A party whose court requires a bond before the sheriff or another officer takes possession of the property.

Why is a replevin Bond required?

Replevin allows a party to recover specific property before the case is finally decided. Because the property is removed from the current holder before the merits are resolved, the court requires a bond to protect the holder if the party taking possession is later found not to be entitled to the property.

The bond can respond to the value of the property, lost use, or other damages covered by the applicable statute. The court sets the amount and approves the form.

How much bond do I need?

The court sets the bond amount, often based on the value of the property and the potential damages to the current holder. Some states use a statutory formula. Confirm the required amount and obligee with the court or the attorney handling the action.

Individuals: instant issue with acceptable credit up to $20,000. Financial institutions: instant issue up to $100,000. Higher amounts or specialized court forms may require underwriting review.

Bond amount is not the premium. The required amount is the maximum the surety could pay under the bond. The premium you pay is a separate charge based on the bond amount, the risk, the term, and your credit. The online application shows the premium before you bind coverage.

How much does a replevin Bond cost?

Premium depends on the bond amount, the court and state, the expected duration of the action, and the applicant’s credit. Replevin bonds are priced individually based on the property and the risk. Apply online for the current premium.

How to apply online

  1. Confirm the bond amount and obligee. Use the amount and legal name of the agency, court, client, or government entity that requires the bond. The obligee name must match the requiring party’s records.
  2. Gather the application information. Have the legal business or entity name, address, license or case number, ownership information, and the required bond amount ready.
  3. Start the CNA Surety application. Use the online application link on this page. The link includes the M. BURR KEIM AGENCY app code and agency code, so the application is routed to our agency.
  4. Pay the premium and bind coverage. If the bond is eligible for instant issue, the application will show the premium and let you complete the purchase online. Otherwise, the surety will review the application and contact you if additional information is needed.
  5. File the bond. Provide the issued bond to the agency, court, client, or government entity that requires it, and keep a copy for your records.
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Replevin Bond term and renewal

The bond usually remains in force until the replevin action is concluded and the court releases the bond. Some courts require a specific term or renewal. Follow the court’s order and the applicable rules of civil procedure.

Good to know

  • The bond is generally filed with the court or served with the complaint. Confirm the filing requirements with the attorney handling the action.
  • Have the case caption, court and county, property description and value, and the bond amount from the court order ready before applying.

Replevin Bond questions

A replevin bond — also called a claim and delivery bond — is a court-required surety bond used when a party asks the court to order the return of specific property. It protects the property owner and the court if the party taking possession is not entitled to keep the property.

An individual or business filing a replevin or claim and delivery action to recover specific property. A financial institution seeking possession of collateral through a court-ordered claim and delivery process. A party whose court requires a bond before the sheriff or another officer takes possession of the property.

Premium depends on the bond amount, the court and state, the expected duration of the action, and the applicant’s credit. Replevin bonds are priced individually based on the property and the risk. Apply online for the current premium.

The court sets the bond amount, often based on the value of the property and the potential damages to the current holder. Some states use a statutory formula. Confirm the required amount and obligee with the court or the attorney handling the action. Individuals: instant issue with acceptable credit up to $20,000. Financial institutions: instant issue up to $100,000. Higher amounts or specialized court forms may require underwriting review.

Apply online through CNA Surety using the application link on this page. The link includes the M. BURR KEIM AGENCY app code and agency code, so the application is routed to our agency. Complete the application, pay the premium online if the bond is eligible for instant issue, and then file the bond with the agency, court, or client that requires it.

They are different names for similar legal procedures used to recover specific personal property. The terminology and bond requirements vary by state. The court’s order and the applicable statute control the bond amount and form.

Yes. Financial institution replevin and claim and delivery bonds can issue online up to $100,000. Higher amounts or specialized court forms may require underwriting review. Apply online with the case details and required bond amount.

Online application and important note

Bond requirements, forms, amounts, and fees are set by the requiring agency, court, or carrier and can change. This page is general information, not legal advice. Confirm the current requirement with the agency, court, client, or your attorney before applying. M. BURR KEIM AGENCY is an insurance and surety bond agency; the bond or policy is issued by the carrier named on the document.