Throughout Kentucky we spoke to people on the street to hear what they think about the cash bail system. Kentucky spends $140 million per year incarcerating people pretrial.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 22, 2022
High Bail Nearly Cost Sandra Custody of Her Three Children
Family separation is just one of the many devastating consequences of the cash bail system.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 21, 2022
Hoop Dreams: Bruce Used Basketball to Heal a Hurt Community
To channel Louisville’s pain and unrest after Breonna Taylor’s murder, activist Bruce created an after school basketball program for kids. He was arrested for protesting.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 9, 2022
Bail Project Releases Position on Ohio Issue 1
Ohioans have a choice to make. Double down on a system of wealth-based pretrial detention that costs state taxpayers $266 million each year and results in stark racial disparities in who…
The Bail ProjectSeptember 7, 2022
The Chicago Low-Income Housing Trust Fund partners with The Bail Project and Lawndale Christian Legal Center to support public safety through apartments that stabilize lives
People who leave Cook County Jail on individual-recognizance bonds can be connected to affordable housing through a partnership announced today by the Chicago Low-Income Housing Trust Fund, The Bail Project…
The Bail ProjectJuly 20, 2022
Indiana Law Targeting The Bail Project Faces Legal Challenge Over Constitutionality
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana is suing the state of Indiana over the constitutionality of a new law targeting The Bail Project.
The Bail ProjectMay 4, 2022
Kentucky Faith Leaders Stand with The Bail Project, Oppose HB313
As faith leaders, we stand against House Bill 313, which would greatly restrict charitable organizations like The Bail Project, which helps poor people who cannot afford bail.
The Bail ProjectFebruary 23, 2022
Robert’s Dream of Travel Reaches a Roadblock
After giving a ride to a friend, Robert's dream of world travel faces a sudden, dire setback, testing his hope and freedom.
The Bail ProjectFebruary 22, 2022
The Bail Project Invests $2.9M In Social Services, Public Safety In Chicago
Community Release with Support addresses root causes through services, partnership with Lawndale Christian Legal Center.
The Bail ProjectDecember 7, 2021
Podcast: How Can the U.S. Restructure the Unjust Cycle of the Bail System?
Nearly half a million Americans are jailed because they can't pay bail. Robin Steinberg wanted to change that.
The Bail ProjectNovember 17, 2021
