Every surety shall be liable, in case the plaintiff shall not make good his or her case, to pay all costs that shall be awarded against the plaintiff; provided, that proceedings are brought therefor within one year after final decree or judgment in the suit or action.

History of Section.
C.P.A. 1905, § 445; G.L. 1909, ch. 295, § 5; G.L. 1923, ch. 345, § 5; G.L. 1938, ch. 536, § 5; G.L. 1956, § 9-22-4.