An Illinois Order RE Petition for authorization for Certification or Renewal as Civil Surety is a document required by the state of Illinois in order for an entity to be approved as a surety. This type of surety is typically used to guarantee the performance of a contract, most often in the construction industry. The petition is a written request for authorization from the state, submitted by the surety or its representative, that includes all relevant information such as the name of the surety, its financial standing, and the type of surety bond being requested. The two main types of Illinois Order RE Petition for Authorization for Certification or Renewal as Civil Surety are: 1. Certificate of Authority: This type of petition is used to certify an entity as a surety in the state of Illinois. 2. Renewal Petition: This type of petition is used to renew an existing certificate of authority for an entity to remain a surety in the state of Illinois.