I Was Never a Monster
Rudy learns about fatherhood, redemption, and the work of becoming whole.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 3, 2025
The Bail Project Responds to Trump’s Executive Order to End Cashless Bail
Efforts to expand pretrial detention or restrict so-called ‘cashless bail’ are dangerous, counterproductive, and out of step with the evidence.
The Bail ProjectAugust 25, 2025
Texas Takes Steps Toward a Better Pretrial System
The Texas Legislature passed landmark pretrial reform. But more is needed to reduce cash bail and protect pretrial liberty.
Emma StammenJune 16, 2025
Bail Funds Are Better Than Bail Bond Agents
A new report confirms charitable bail funds like The Bail Project outperform the corrupt, for-profit bail industry.
Jeremy ChersonMay 29, 2025
The Bail Project Responds to Texas Governor Abbott’s Regressive “Bail Reform” Proposal
The Bail Project condemns Governor Abbott’s proposed "bail reform" as a misleading and harmful policy that prioritizes fearmongering over true safety
Jeremy ChersonFebruary 3, 2025
Legislative Attack on Bail Funds Threatens Lifeline for Poorest Americans
Our system promises “Equal Justice Under Law,” but how can justice be equal if the way you’re treated by the courts depends on how much money you have?
David GasparOctober 17, 2024
A National Blueprint for Taking Money Out of Justice
A year ago, Illinois became the first state to abolish cash bail. Critics argued this reform would result in an increase in crime – they were wrong.
David GasparSeptember 18, 2024
A Traffic Stop Separated Destinie From Her Daughter for Nearly Two Months
When a single mother is held on unaffordable cash bail, her entire family pays the price.
The Bail ProjectSeptember 5, 2024
Five Questions about Supervised Release in New York City
Pretrial justice expert Miriam Popper breaks down how community-based support for people awaiting trial can have lasting positive effects for everyone.
The Bail ProjectJune 26, 2024
Mourning the Death of a Loved One Behind Bars
Samuel was incarcerated when he learned that his long-term partner, Stephanie, was murdered.
The Bail ProjectJune 24, 2024
