Clarifies court's discretion in imposing monetary conditions of bail; establishes rebuttable presumption that person charged with violent crime be detained prior to trial.
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Overview
This bill clarifies how courts can set bail conditions and establishes a strong presumption that individuals charged with violent crimes should be detained before trial. It allows courts to impose a combination of monetary bail and non-monetary conditions to ensure a defendant’s appearance in court and protect public safety. Specifically, it creates a rebuttable presumption that defendants charged with certain serious crimes, including murder and aggravated assault, should be held in jail until trial unless compelling evidence demonstrates otherwise.
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Primary sponsors
Michael Testa
Robert Singer
Cosponsor
James Holzapfel
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