Cashless Bail: The Future of America’s Legal System?
January 10, 2023 10:57AM PST
Illinois’ SAFE-T Act, passed in 2021, goes into effect which eliminates cash bail and implemented other criminal justice reforms. The law faced controversy due to concerns over public safety and its potential to make it harder for judges to detain offenders. The Illinois Supreme Court has put the law on hold as it considers arguments that it is unconstitutional. Other states are watching the case to see if they should adopt similar laws. Could cashless bail be the future of America’s legal system? For more information, Lars speaks with Lance LoRusso, who is an attorney, former cop, and author of the books, “When Cops Kill” and “Blue News.”