The beneficiary of a bond given in an action or proceeding may in writing consent to the bond in an amount less than the amount required by statute or may waive the bond.
§ 995.230.Consent to Bond In Amount Less Than Required Amount
Title 14. Of Miscellaneous Provisions · Chapter 2. Bonds and Undertakings · Article 2. General Provisions · Enacted 1982 · no amendments on record · Last verified July 28, 2026
In one sentenceSection 995.230 lets the beneficiary of a bond given in an action or proceeding agree in writing to accept a lesser amount than the statute requires, or waive the bond entirely.
Full Text of § 995.230
Plain-English Summary
The beneficiary a bond protects can decide it doesn't need the full protection the statute would otherwise require. Section 995.230 lets that beneficiary consent, in writing, to a bond in an amount less than what's statutorily required — or skip the bond altogether by waiving it.
Because the bond exists for the beneficiary's protection, it makes sense that the beneficiary can choose to accept less of it. The writing requirement keeps that choice on the record rather than leaving it to later dispute.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a beneficiary agree to accept a smaller bond than the statute requires?
Yes, as long as that consent is given in writing.
Can the beneficiary waive the bond requirement entirely?
Yes, § 995.230 allows a written waiver of the bond.
Does this consent need to be in writing?
Yes, both the consent to a lesser amount and the waiver must be in writing under this section.
Amendment History
Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 998, Sec. 1.
Source & verification. Section text is reproduced verbatim from
the Deering's California Codes Annotated / vLex. Enacted by the California Legislature.
Last verified July 28, 2026.
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