In this video, Gaspar speaks about his experiences as someone personally impacted by the criminal justice system and how that informs his vision for change.
The Bail ProjectFebruary 15, 2023
Limited Access to Mental Health Care Led to Henry’s Arrest
Henry was rearrested after allegedly violating his probation. What he needed was mental health support.
The Bail ProjectJanuary 6, 2023
A Writer Reflects on His Past
Albert longed for a support system after his mother died. He found one in The Bail Project.
The Bail ProjectDecember 27, 2022
Marcella Overcame Homelessness After She Was Released From Jail
Women like Marcella are the fastest growing segment of the incarcerated population, yet their needs are often overlooked.
The Bail ProjectDecember 19, 2022
Sick Behind Bars: How a $750 Bail Led to Jail and Failing Health
Held in jail on low level charges, Christopher didn’t receive proper medical treatment for his sarcoidosis, an autoimmune disorder.
The Bail ProjectDecember 10, 2022
The majority of incarcerated women in jails are mothers with children under 18, like Andrea, a single-mother of six from Louisville. Most incarcerated women haven't been convicted of a crime,…
The Bail ProjectNovember 23, 2022
Gulf War Veteran Couldn’t Afford $1,000 Bail – In Jail, His PTSD Became Worse
Christopher, who struggles with addiction and mental illness brought on by combat experience, struggled to find mental health care in jail.
The Bail ProjectNovember 11, 2022
Voter Disenfranchisement: Texas Man Arrested at the Ballot Box
A case of voter disenfranchisement: Hervis was arrested and held on $100k bail for allegedly voting while on parole.
The Bail ProjectNovember 8, 2022
Low-income defendants in rural America are impacted in unique ways, yet their experiences are often overlooked. We talked to people throughout Kentucky — where incarceration rates are higher than the…
The Bail ProjectOctober 21, 2022
Lisa Was Incarcerated for a Single Missed Court Date
Lisa is from the Hopi Tribe. At age 46, she was on track to graduate college when an unexpected charge landed her in jail.
The Bail ProjectOctober 13, 2022
