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A Bail, A Break, A Beginning

With a history of addiction and incarceration, Max saw little hope after his latest arrest. But with his bail paid by The Bail Project, he found the stability he needed…

Donovan X. RamseyAugust 25, 2025

Amanda was jailed with disabilities in Estrella Jail in Arizona

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“They Said I Didn’t Look Disabled”

One woman’s account of being jailed while sick and in pain.

Donovan X. RamseyJuly 17, 2025

Ronnie was incarcerated pretrial in the Maricopa County Jail

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Pretrial Incarceration Nearly Ended His Treatment for Methamphetamine Addiction

Ronnie’s story shows how cash bail and unnecessary pretrial incarceration can threaten people’s physical and mental health.

Melissa EtehadAugust 12, 2024

Bail Project client Michael standing outside with his sister, amongst trees, smiling

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Unbreakable Bonds Transform Despair into Hope

A life-changing TED Talk inspires Michael's sister to stand by him, turning his battle with addiction into a journey of recovery.

Lizzie TriboneNovember 7, 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

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

Phoenix Client, Lisa, outside of UEI College in the shade

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Lisa Was Incarcerated for a Single Missed Court Date

Lisa is from the Hopi Tribe. At age 46, she was on track to graduate college when an unexpected charge landed her in jail.

Melissa EtehadOctober 13, 2022

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A Bail, A Break, A Beginning

“They Said I Didn’t Look Disabled”

Pretrial Incarceration Nearly Ended His Treatment for Methamphetamine Addiction

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A Bail, A Break, A Beginning

“They Said I Didn’t Look Disabled”

Pretrial Incarceration Nearly Ended His Treatment for Methamphetamine Addiction

Unbreakable Bonds Transform Despair into Hope

A Writer Reflects on His Past

Sick Behind Bars: How a $750 Bail Led to Jail and Failing Health

Lisa Was Incarcerated for a Single Missed Court Date

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