Restores judicial discretion relating to bail reform; provides that when the defendant is charged with a felony, the court shall request of the applicable county pre-trial services agency a risk and needs assessment be conducted on the eligible defendant for the purpose of determining whether such defendant should be released on the defendant's own recognizance, released under non-monetary conditions or, where authorized, bail or commit the defendant to the custody of the sheriff; defines risks and needs assessment; makes related provisions.
- Chamber
- House
- Introduced
- Mar 4, 2025
- Last action
- May 13, 2025 — HELD FOR CONSIDERATION IN CODES
- Session
- 2025-2026
- Momentum
- 5 · Stalled