Restores judicial discretion relating to bail reform for felony charges.

This bill restores judicial discretion in bail reform for felony charges. When a defendant is charged with a felony, the court must request a risk and needs assessment from the county pre-trial services agency. This assessment helps determine whether the defendant should be released on their own recognizance, released under non-monetary conditions, or, where authorized, bail or commit the defendant to the custody of the sheriff. The assessment is not the sole factor in this determination.

Restores judicial discretion relating to bail reform for felony charges.

This bill restores judicial discretion in bail reform for felony charges. When a defendant is charged with a felony, the court must request a risk and needs assessment from the county pre-trial services agency. This assessment helps determine whether the defendant should be released on their own recognizance, released under non-monetary conditions, or, where authorized, bail or commit the defendant to the custody of the sheriff. The assessment is not the sole factor in this determination.