What is this form for?

This form is for creating a bond when property is being taken or attached in a civil case.

Who fills out this form?

The form has sections for the Plaintiff(s), Defendant(s), and the Surety, indicating multiple parties are involved in completing it.

DC-448

Defendant's Bond for Levy or Seizure

Virginia · Supreme Court of Virginia

This form is used to create a bond when property is being taken or attached in a civil case. It records who is promising to pay a certain amount of money or to return property in good condition.

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This form is used in a civil case when property needs to be attached or seized, and a bond is required to secure the debt or the property's condition.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?: This form is for creating a bond when property is being taken or attached in a civil case.
Who fills out this form?: The form has sections for the Plaintiff(s), Defendant(s), and the Surety, indicating multiple parties are involved in completing it.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.

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