Proposing to amend the New Mexico Constitution to allow courts to deny bail for felony defendants who pose a safety risk or are flight risks.
This bill proposes to amend the New Mexico Constitution to allow courts to deny bail for individuals charged with a felony if they pose an unreasonable risk to the safety of others or are a flight risk. It also ensures that bail is not denied solely due to financial inability unless specific conditions are met. The amendment would be subject to a vote at the next general election or any special election called for that purpose.
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