Commentary: SB 10 Bail Reform Moves the Ball Forward, but Is Not Perfect
Most reformers agree on the basic problem of bail – we reside in a system that is…
ACLU Flips to Opposition of Bail Reform Bill but SB 10 Passes Assembly
The ACLU of California announced early on Monday that they had taken a step further than last…
Guest Commentary: California’s District Attorneys Must Work to End Money Bail
By Jeff Adachi While the movement to reform California’s unconstitutional money bail system gains momentum, it met…
Bail Reform Fails in the Assembly
Advocates Vow to Double Down on Efforts to Reform California’s Money Bail System One of two California…
California Senate Approves Bail Reform Legislation
Bill would ensure California doesn’t jail people simply because they can’t afford bail; another identical bill is…
Freedom Shouldn’t Depend on Your Bank Account Balance
By Mica Doctoroff Did you know that the median bail amount in California is $50,000? That’s just…
