Montana HB396 revises bail laws to ensure bail is reasonable and considers various factors.
Montana HB396 revises bail laws to ensure bail is reasonable and considers various factors. It mandates that bail must be sufficient to ensure the defendant's appearance in court and compliance with bail conditions. The bill outlines specific criteria for determining bail, including the nature of the offense, the defendant's history, and their ties to the community. It also allows for the use of validated pretrial risk assessment tools and requires consideration of a defendant's mental health status and employment.
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