S 3239
JAIL Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 9:03 AM
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Bill overview
The JAIL Act allows individuals who have been harmed by a repeat offender released on bail to sue the judge or government entity responsible for the release. Specifically, the bill targets individuals charged with crimes of violence who have a prior conviction for a crime of violence. It removes judicial immunity as a defense in these lawsuits, allowing plaintiffs to seek damages for harm caused during the offender’s release. The goal is to hold judges and government entities accountable for decisions regarding bail for repeat offenders.
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