Diluglio v. Providence Auto Body, Inc., 89-0628 (1997)

DECISION ON MOTION FOR A STAY OF EXECUTION WITHOUT A BOND

Before the Court is defendants' request for a stay of execution of judgment without a bond in the above-entitled action. The plaintiff objects to said motion, arguing that a supersedeas bond is required pursuant to R.I. Super. R. Civ. P. 62 (d).

Rhode Island Rule of Civil Procedure 62 (d) provides in pertinent part that "[w]hen an appeal is taken the appellant by giving a supersedeas bond may obtain a stay . . . ." and further states that such "stay is effective when the supersedeas bond is approved by the Court." The plain and clear…