Constitutional amendment concerning bail.

Passed on 2/23/26

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From the Legislature

Constitutional amendment concerning bail. Provides that an offense other than murder or treason is not bailable if: (1) the proof is evident or the presumption strong; and (2) the state proves by clear and convincing evidence that no release conditions will reasonably protect the safety of any other person or the community. This proposed amendment has been agreed to by one general assembly.

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

75 Yea

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11 Nay

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8 Not Voting

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6 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 6

9:00 AM

Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Hearing

Jan 13

8:00 AM

Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Hearing

Feb 9

10:30 AM

House Judiciary Hearing