Originally Posted by RAM
Originally Posted by steve4102
Jonathan Turley points out another astonishing fact at the New York Post: before he can appeal, Trump must pay the whole fine:

Under New York law, Trump cannot appeal this ruling without depositing the full amount, including interest, in a court account. Even for Trump, $455 million is hard to come by. Likewise, a bond would require a company to guarantee payment for a defendant who has been barred from doing business in New York and is facing the need to liquidate much of his portfolio.

https://www.breitbart.com/politics/...-before-he-can-appeal-new-york-decision/

Seems unconstitutional on its face. Justice is supposed to be free. Its a made up number, make it high enough, State of NY wins everytime. Like buying the pot in Poker.

According to Kiplingers he’s amassing $87,500/day in interest costs.