willful default
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From 314 U.S. 527 - Continental Casualty Co. v. United States · 1942Most cited · 207 citing opinions
there can be but one person who can willfully default within the meaning of the section. This is the principal in the recognizance. By its terms he agrees to 'appear for judgment.' When without excuse he fails to appear, there is a willful default.