Richland Hills, TX · Tarrant County
Surety Appearance Bond
This bond records a defendant’s promise to appear in Richland Hills Municipal Court and the surety’s obligation, for use when securing the defendant’s release from custody.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The form identifies the defendant, the misdemeanor charge, the bond amount, and the surety who guarantees the obligation. It sets out the defendant’s required court appearance and continuing promise to attend proceedings related to the charge. Use it when arranging release from custody on a charge in Richland Hills Municipal Court; the form also lists supporting documents for a bondsman or attorney acting as surety.
Who needs it
A defendant seeking release on a misdemeanor charge in Richland Hills Municipal Court and the surety guaranteeing the defendant’s court appearances need this bond.
Why it needs a notary
The form has a sworn-and-subscribed jurat; the surety signs the bond and swears to it before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Bond
Get the Surety Appearance Bond form from the City of Richland Hills.
- 2
Fill In The Form
Enter the defendant, charge, bond amount, surety, and court appearance details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the surety’s jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
The surety signs and swears to the bond during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To The City
Provide the completed bond and required supporting attachments to the City of Richland Hills.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Richland Hills. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Surety Appearance Bond notarized?
- Complete the bond, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. The surety signs and swears to the bond during the video session.
- Do I need to bring supporting documents?
- The form lists attachments for bondsmen and attorneys acting as surety, including license or bar card documents, identification, and other listed materials.
- Can I sign this bond with an online notary?
- Texas has authorized remote online notarization since 2018. The form requires the surety to swear and subscribe before a notary; confirm with the city if unsure.
- Who signs before the notary?
- The surety signs the bond and completes the sworn-and-subscribed jurat before the notary. The form also has a separate defendant signature line.
Surety Appearance Bond in other Tarrant County cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.