If new security or consideration is obtained after the initial affidavit, what must be filed?

• A. An amended affidavit
• B. A new bond
• C. An additional affidavit
• D. A written motion

Answer: (A)

When security or consideration changes after the initial filing, the record must be updated with an amended affidavit. The affidavit is the sworn statement that lists the security backing the bond and the amount of consideration. Any new security obtained after that original filing alters the terms, so it needs to be reflected officially for the court and all parties. Filing an amended affidavit keeps the existing bond intact while updating the record to match current facts. A new bond isn’t required unless the bond itself is replaced, an additional affidavit isn’t the standard term for updating terms, and a written motion isn’t the mechanism for simply reflecting new security.