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PRESS RELEASES REPORTS

Louisville Branch of Bail Project Transitions to Policy Advocacy Role, Phases Out Bail Assistance

The announcement is coupled with the release of a new report that summarizes the organization’s local impact to-date and provides recommendations to improve the state and local pretrial systems.

Jeremy ChersonJune 26, 2023

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IN ACTION

You’ve Submitted a Bail Referral, Now What?

Who we decide to pay bail for and support pretrial is anything but random.

Hannah WebsterJune 17, 2023

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DATA POLICY

A Death Sentence Without Ever Going to Court

A cash amount is all that stands in the way of millions being forced into deadly jails each year.

Erin GeorgeJune 16, 2023

FREEDOM FUNDERS

Disturbing Truths About Cash Bail Drove Kelly To Make a Difference

“If my small contribution can help this organization grow, assist more people, and change the system, I will continue to be a supporter."

Meghan HamiltonJune 14, 2023

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PRESS RELEASES

The Bail Project Raises Concerns Over Police Raid of Atlanta Solidarity Fund: “An Act of Intimidation”

In response to yesterday’s raid of the Atlanta Solidarity Fund offices and the subsequent arrest of three of its staff members, The Bail Project issued the following statement.

Jeremy ChersonJune 1, 2023

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PRESS RELEASES

The Bail Project Applauds the Superior Court of the State of California for Striking Down Bail Schedules in Los Angeles County

Bail schedules perpetuated a two-tiered system of justice: one where those with money would be released pretrial, and one where those who were too poor to pay bail would remain…

Jeremy ChersonMay 17, 2023

CLIENT STORIES

What Happens When You’re Eight Months Pregnant in Jail?

Ashley feared she would have her baby in jail instead of the hospital because she couldn’t afford her bail.

Melissa EtehadMay 12, 2023

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POLICY PRESS RELEASES

The Bail Project Responds to NYS Changes to Bail Laws

Clandestine changes to the state’s laws are not only unnecessary, they go against ample evidence proving that bail reform has not increased crime throughout the state.

Jeremy ChersonMay 3, 2023

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CLIENT STORIES

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

FREEDOM FUNDERS

Margo Price Has a Problem With Cash Bail

"How is it possible that I could legally sell my own line of cannabis products while so many people are still being arrested and incarcerated for using marijuana?"

Margo PriceApril 20, 2023

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Donate to reunite a family today.

A family like Sandra’s. Read her story below.

Donate to bring someone home today.

Someone like Robert. Read his story below.

Donate to pay someone’s bail today.

Someone like Michael. Read his story below.

Donate to pay someone’s bail today.

Someone like Ashley. Read her story below.

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Someone like Sherry. Read her story below.

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