Donald Trump has appealed his $454 million New York civil fraud judgment, challenging a judge’s finding that he lied about his wealth as he grew the real estate empire that launched him to stardom and the presidency.
But, he didn’t post a bond, so he still owes the court.
For those wondering about the cash like me, the above article says:
Trump wasn’t required to pay his penalty or post a bond in order to appeal, and appealing won’t automatically halt enforcement of the judgment.
The Republican presidential front-runner has until March 25 to secure a stay, a legal mechanism pausing collection while he appeals. Trump would receive an automatic stay if he puts up money, assets or an appeal bond covering what he owes. Trump’s lawyers could also ask the appeals court to grant a stay without obtaining a bond or with a bond for a lower amount.
This is different from what I’ve been hearing, which is that in New York state, he has to pay the judgement in full OR post a bond for the entire amount before being allowed to appeal.
For those wondering about the cash like me, the above article says:
This is different from what I’ve been hearing, which is that in New York state, he has to pay the judgement in full OR post a bond for the entire amount before being allowed to appeal.
Both this case and the E. Jean Carrol cases were New York state, so . . . what am I missing?
From my understanding, he can file the appeal but it won’t go anywhere unless the amount plus 10% is paid.
I read earlier today that it’s just “intent to appeal”, so nothingburger at this point