For certain offenses and crimes in Minnesota, the suspect may be released ahead of their scheduled court date if they meet specific bail conditions. Bail conditions can vary from person to person and charge to charge, but in many instances a person needs to pay a certain amount of money (or secure a bail bond) […]
Problems Coming As California Scraps Cash Bail
Last week, California became the first state to abolish the cash bail system. On the surface, some are championing the move as something that will make the justice system more fair for individuals of all wealth, as it may help some individuals who would otherwise not be able to afford bail. However, some believe that […]
