§ 996.240 New bond; force and effect of original; liability of sureties

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§ 996.240. New bond; force and effect of original; liability of sureties

    If a new bond is given in place of the original bond:

    (a) The original bond remains in full force and effect for all liabilities incurred before, and for acts, omissions, or causes existing or which arose before, the new bond became effective.

    (b) The sureties on the original bond are not liable for any act, default, or misconduct of the principal or other breach of the condition of the bond that occurs after or for any liabilities on the bond that arise after, the new bond becomes effective.