Emily BlazakMar 13, 20184 minGet Out of Jail Free Cards: Overhauling the Bail SystemThe Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution reads “excessive bails shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed.” But...
Jenna HolmesApr 16, 20176 minMaryland Bail Reform Up in the AirIn February 2017 Maryland’s highest court unanimously approved Rule 4-216.1. This rule provides guidance to judges regarding pre-trial...
Joshua CouceMar 21, 20175 minDoes Bail Reform Work as Intended?The State of New Jersey has become a leader in criminal justice reform, from Drug Court to Pre-Trial Intervention. One of the many recent...
Ramy SimpsonNov 30, 20165 minBail Reform Measures Inch Closer to EqualityThe money bail system that has been so pervasive throughout our judicial system is beginning to see reform around the nation. The money...