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
After giving a ride to a friend, Robert's dream of world travel faces a sudden, dire setback, testing his hope and freedom.
Melissa EtehadFebruary 22, 2022
Community Release with Support addresses root causes through services, partnership with Lawndale Christian Legal Center.
The Bail ProjectDecember 7, 2021
For Byron, a trans woman and former Marine, their loyal service dog, Blade, was family. When Byron was arrested and held pretrial in Spokane County, they worried about losing custody…
Shannon SoperNovember 11, 2021
The Bail Project Launches New Site in Greenville to Assist Low-Income People Trapped by Cash Bail, and Help Advance Pretrial Reform
The Bail ProjectNovember 4, 2021
Lupe has kidney disease and diabetes. When Louis was booked into the Los Angeles County Jail and held on $10,000 bail, Lupe was suddenly alone, bearing the brunt of this…
Shannon SoperOctober 13, 2021
The St. Louis branch of The Bail Project today announced the end of its operations after nearly four years.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 27, 2021
Today, Governor Abbott signed into law Senate Bill 6 (SB 6), which expands the use of cash bail in Texas. In response, The Bail Project issued the following statement.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 13, 2021
"This isn’t just theoretical for me. It’s personal. I know the pain that incarceration brings to a family. And I know the disproportionate impact that cash bail has on Black…
The Bail ProjectJuly 21, 2021
After questioning Body, the police arrested him. "I was going to set a few people free when the police took my freedom from me," he said.
Shannon SoperJune 5, 2021
