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CLIENT STORIES

A $30K Bail Amount Determined in a Matter of Minutes

Aubriana became homeless after a judge set her bail at $30,000 in a hearing that lasted less than 20 minutes.

The Bail ProjectMay 11, 2024

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DATA LEARN REPORTS

Out of Pocket: The High Cost of Pretrial Incarceration

Pretrial incarceration costs us all, and it’s much more than a financial burden.

Jeremy ChersonApril 10, 2024

IN ACTION LEARN REPORTS

Our 2023 Annual Report

Grab a coffee and settle in – The Bail Project's 2023 Annual Report is a gripping read that will inspire and move you.

The Bail ProjectDecember 15, 2023

CLIENT STORIES

A $350 Bail Nearly Forced Maribeth to Give Birth in Jail

At eight months pregnant and spending almost three months incarcerated pretrial, Maribeth feared for the worst for her and her baby.

The Bail ProjectDecember 11, 2023

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FREEDOM FUNDERS

You Have the Power to Change Someone’s Story

Discover the life-saving power of a holiday donation through the transformational stories of our clients.

The Bail ProjectDecember 8, 2023

IN ACTION

Stories From the Field: Courtroom Accessibility Failure

Mercy's experience supporting a deaf client reveals courtroom accessibility issues, highlighting The Bail Project's fight for equitable justice.

The Bail ProjectNovember 30, 2023

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FREEDOM FUNDERS

Paper Route EMPIRE Gives the Gift of Freedom This Giving Tuesday

Record Label Paper Route EMPIRE joins forces with The Bail Project to double your donation this holiday season, reuniting families and impacting lives nationwide.

The Bail ProjectNovember 27, 2023

FREEDOM FUNDERS

What Is Giving Tuesday and Why Does It Matter?

While Thanksgiving and Black Friday are well-known, Giving Tuesday remains a mystery to some – yet it could be the most impactful day of the year.

The Bail ProjectNovember 21, 2023

PRESS RELEASES

House Speaker Joe Tate and Michigan Legislature Must Back Bipartisan Pretrial Reform, Urges University of Michigan Student Coalition

Strong defense of equal justice and bail reform by Michigan’s Gen Z voters showcases overwhelming support for HBs 4655–4662

Jeremy ChersonNovember 20, 2023

POLICY

Michigan vs Ohio: The Key Play to The Game

Win or lose on the football field, Michigan can beat Ohio State by successfully passing bail reform.

Nicole Zayas ManzanoNovember 16, 2023

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A $30K Bail Amount Determined in a Matter of Minutes

Out of Pocket: The High Cost of Pretrial Incarceration

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