Tag: cash bail
Illinois Ends Cash Bail with Pre-Trial Fairness Act
Illinois has become the first state to abolish cash bail as the Pre-Trial Fairness Act, part of the SAFE-T Act, went into effect September 18. This comes after extensive delays and legal challenges, as many are worried this will put more criminals back on the streets.
Illinois Senator Introduces Measure to Clarify Controversial SAFE-T Act Language
Illinois State Senator Scott Bennett has filed legislation to clarify language in the controversial SAFE-T Act and improve how officials can enforce the law.