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Parental Incarceration Leaves Kids Without the Care and Stability They Need

When Ryan met Reverend Tinsley, he finally felt a sense of belonging after years of being in and out of foster care.

Melissa EtehadApril 27, 2023

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Charles Went From Living the American Dream to Being Stuck in Jail Pretrial

"My first thought when it came to bail was that it was a politicized issue. There is more to it than most people think."

Melissa EtehadApril 10, 2023

a woman leaning on a fence with her hand on her shoulder.

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What Happens to Your Pet When You’re Arrested?

Some people in jail lose ownership of their pets. Sherry’s story explains why.

Melissa EtehadMarch 27, 2023

A girl posing at a fence with a slight smile.

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Women’s History Month Is an Important Time for Sarah – Here’s How She Celebrates

Other Gen Z women who lift one another up rather than compete against each other give Sarah hope for the future.

Melissa EtehadMarch 17, 2023

Bail Project client, Linda, hugging her son, Henry, in front of a lake.

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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.

Melissa EtehadJanuary 6, 2023

Phoenix client Albert holding up his journal outside by a brick wall

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A Writer Reflects on His Past

Albert longed for a support system after his mother died. He found one in The Bail Project.

Melissa EtehadDecember 27, 2022

Houston client, Marcella, standing outside

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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.

Melissa EtehadDecember 19, 2022

Phoenix client, Christopher, in a baseball cap sitting on steps outside

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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.

Melissa EtehadDecember 10, 2022

A family standing next to each other, in the sun amongst trees and homes

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Because of Cash Bail, Andrea Nearly Missed her Son’s High School Graduation

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,…

Shannon SoperNovember 23, 2022

St. Louis client, Christopher, standing outside under trees

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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.

Melissa EtehadNovember 11, 2022

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Someone like Michael. Read his story below.

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Someone like Ashley. Read her story below.

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Someone like Sherry. Read her story below.

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