HB1194

Indiana HB1194 modifies bail procedures, focusing on non-murder offenses and the use of pretrial risk assessments.

Indiana HB1194 revises bail procedures for non-murder offenses, requiring courts to consider the Indiana pretrial risk assessment system before setting bail. It mandates a bail hearing within 48 hours of filing, allowing for extensions under specific conditions. The bill outlines factors courts must consider, such as the nature of the offense, the arrestee's history, and whether the arrestee poses a risk to the community. It also specifies that bail denials for non-murder offenses require clear and convincing evidence of danger and the ineffectiveness of release conditions.