In Illinois, as in many other states, bail reform was intended to allow minor offenders to get out of jail while awaiting trial, and to stop what was seen as unfairly punishing the poor. In reality, … [Read more...] about In Illinois, Officials Trying to “Opt Out” of Bail Reform
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Bail Reform in Illinois is Just Bizarre
What happens if you're from Illinois, are a convicted felon, have been arrested 79 times, and then are accused of a sex crime that is caught on a video recording? As it turns out...not much. At least … [Read more...] about Bail Reform in Illinois is Just Bizarre