A surety-bond shall not be presumed no matter the nature of the secured debt. It shall be proved
by a deed signed by the surety and the creditor. Mention shall also be made in the deed, in the
surety’s handwriting, and in words and figures of the maximum secured amount covering the
principal, interest and other accessories. In case of disparity the amount in words shall be deemed
the secured sum.
The surety who does not know or cannot write shall be assisted by two witnesses who shall
attest in the deed to his identity and presence and to the fact that the nature and the effects of the
deed were explained to him. The presence of attesting witnesses shall exempt the surety from
complying with the formalities provided for in the preceding paragraph.
The provisions in this article shall equally apply to surety-bonds required by the laws of each
State Party or by a court decision.
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In force from 15 December 2010
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