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New program aimed at helping people in jail who cannot afford bail bonds

In Chicago’s Cook County Jail, non-violent offenders who are serving time simply because they cannot afford to pay for their bail will now have an opportunity to petition for release. A report showed that over 5,000 low-income residents of Chicago … Continue reading

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Gov Signs Charitable Bail Bond Law

Gov Signs Charitable Bail Bond Law – Bayside, NY Patchhttp://bayside.patch.com/articles/gov-signs-charitable-bail-bond-law-785f2e55Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation this week that would allow the creation of charitable organizations in New York State which could post up to $2,000 in bail for low-income…

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