California Eliminates Cash Bail, Accelerating a National Trend
“California Gov. Jerry Brown signed legislation eliminating cash bail for people accused of crimes, in a major step forward for a growing national movement. Several U.S. cities and states have in recent years reduced their reliance on bail, arguing the system unfairly confines poor people, creating overcrowded jails and extra costs for taxpayers. California, which has historically set some of the highest bail amounts in the nation, is now the largest state to do so.”