New York CR-1988-16 Appearance Bonds (Acknowledgment of Signature of Defendants), Sept. 22, 1988.pdf is a legal document for the state of New York that acknowledges the signature of the defendants in a criminal case. It is a type of surety bond that guarantees the defendants will appear in court as ordered. This particular Appearance Bond is dated September 22, 1988, and consists of four parts: the Surety Bond, Statement of Defendant, Acknowledgment of Signature of Defendant, and Certificate of Surety. The Surety Bond requires the defendant to appear in court as directed and pay a certain sum of money if they fail to appear. The Statement of Defendant is a statement of facts signed by the defendant that specifies the defendant's name, address, and the nature of the offense. The Acknowledgment of Signature of Defendant is a signed statement by the defendant acknowledging they have read and understand the terms of the bond and agree to the conditions. Finally, the Certificate of Surety is a sworn statement by the surety company certifying they are responsible for the defendant's appearance in court.