STAY OF PROCEEDINGS TO ENFORCE A JUDGMENT

(a) Petitions to Stay Execution of State Court Judgments. (1) A petitioner who seeks a stay of enforcement of a state court judgment or order shall attach to the petition a copy of each pertinent state court opinion and judgment. The petition shall also state whether or not the same petitioner has previously sought relief arising out of the same matter from this Court or from any other federal court. The 26 reasons for denying relief given by any court that has considered the matter shall also be attached.

If reasons for the ruling were not given in a written opinion, a copy of the relevant portions of the transcript shall be supplied. (2) If any issue is raised that was not raised, or has not been fully exhausted, in state court, the petition shall state the reasons why such action has not been taken. (b) Bond or Other Security. A bond or other security staying execution of a money judgment shall be in the amount of the judgment plus 20% of the amount to cover interest, costs, and any award of damages for delay, unless the Court directs otherwise.