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"The vast majority of people in American jails are not there because they have been convicted of a crime; instead, more than 80 percent are jailed because they are too poor to post bail."
Illinois has put an end to the injustice of cash bail. And it’s working better than anyone expected.
Illinois Has Put an End to the Injustice of Cash Bail
Amid a national backlash against criminal justice reform, Illinois has achieved something extraordinary. It’s working better than anyone expected.
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December 15, 2024 at 2:51 AM
"The vast majority of people in American jails are not there because they have been convicted of a crime; instead, more than 80 percent are jailed because they are too poor to post bail."