Ensures repeat offenders qualify for bail and pre-trial detention when convicted of misdemeanor or felony offenses within the last five years.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to ensure that repeat offenders qualify for bail and pre-trial detention. Specifically, it applies to individuals charged with a qualifying offense, defined as a felony or class A misdemeanor involving harm to an identifiable person or property, or criminal possession of a firearm. If the principal has been convicted of one or more misdemeanor or felony offenses within the immediate preceding five years, they may be subject to bail or pre-trial detention.

Ensures repeat offenders qualify for bail and pre-trial detention when convicted of misdemeanor or felony offenses within the last five years.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to ensure that repeat offenders qualify for bail and pre-trial detention. Specifically, it applies to individuals charged with a qualifying offense, defined as a felony or class A misdemeanor involving harm to an identifiable person or property, or criminal possession of a firearm. If the principal has been convicted of one or more misdemeanor or felony offenses within the immediate preceding five years, they may be subject to bail or pre-trial detention.