Podcast: Hello Houston
New data shows that Harris County’s move away from cash bail for most misdemeanors is a "win-win-win."
The Bail ProjectMarch 16, 2026
NEWS & STORIES
This Gideon Day, Let’s Make the Right to Legal Counsel a Reality
Across the country, legally innocent people are appearing in court unrepresented. It’s time to ensure access to counsel from the beginning of the pretrial process.
Emma StammenMarch 16, 2026
How Local Jails Became America’s Most Dangerous Institutions
Designed for brief detention, local jails now warehouse mental illness, addiction, and poverty, yet they lack the capacity to keep people alive.
The Bail ProjectMarch 12, 2026
A Former Correctional Officer’s Fresh Start
Once a correctional officer, later jailed, Dasia experienced the system from both sides. Her story is a testament to growth, accountability, and the power of a second chance.
The Bail ProjectMarch 2, 2026
