Despite all evidence to the contrary, if you’re watching politicians debate crucial issues of the day, it may appear that “bail reform” is a nuclear option that political parties either…
Nicole Zayas ManzanoMarch 23, 2024
Cash bail keeps the unregulated billion-dollar bail bonds industry afloat while profiting off of poverty.
Erin GeorgeMarch 22, 2024
A new report finds the reforms allow for accountability and preserve judges' ability to detain people.
Nicole Zayas ManzanoMarch 22, 2024
Without a centralized system, policymakers lack critical data about the pretrial system leading to more harm for thousands of Oklahomans.
Avery BizzellMarch 22, 2024
When it comes to successful pretrial reform, Professor Brandon L. Garrett explains there's no need to mess with Harris County, Texas.
Lizzie TriboneMarch 4, 2024
You may be surprised to learn that the "Safer Kentucky Act" will actually make Kentuckians less safe, but I’m not. Let me explain.
Carrie ColeFebruary 2, 2024
Win or lose on the football field, Michigan can beat Ohio State by successfully passing bail reform.
Nicole Zayas ManzanoNovember 16, 2023
Now that Illinois purged wealth-based detention, implementation is its latest challenge. Stakeholders must stay true to the reform’s values.
Nicole Zayas ManzanoNovember 3, 2023
As criminal trials go extinct in the shadow of plea bargains, “having your day in court” is transforming into American folklore.
Nicole Zayas ManzanoSeptember 18, 2023
New York judges should take a page from Lady Liberty’s book when it comes to pretrial decision making.
Emma StammenAugust 17, 2023
