Indiana HB1323 amends bail procedures to limit when bail can be required and sets guidelines for determining bail amounts.

Indiana HB1323 modifies the state's criminal law and procedure by restricting when a court can require bail as a condition of pretrial release. The bill specifies that bail should only be required if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant poses a risk to the physical safety of another person or the community, or if the defendant is charged with murder or treason. The bill also mandates that the amount of bail be the lowest necessary to ensure the defendant's appearance in court and to protect the community, based on the defendant's financial circumstances.

Indiana HB1323 amends bail procedures to limit when bail can be required and sets guidelines for determining bail amounts.

Indiana HB1323 modifies the state's criminal law and procedure by restricting when a court can require bail as a condition of pretrial release. The bill specifies that bail should only be required if the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the defendant poses a risk to the physical safety of another person or the community, or if the defendant is charged with murder or treason. The bill also mandates that the amount of bail be the lowest necessary to ensure the defendant's appearance in court and to protect the community, based on the defendant's financial circumstances.