CA SB210

Revises bail and pretrial release considerations to require judges to evaluate the nature and circumstances of the offense, the defendant's history and circumstances, previous criminal record, and probability of appearing at trial, with public safety as the primary consideration.

Expands agencies authorized to employ investigative staff for pretrial release recommendations to include sheriffs, county probation departments, and other local governmental agencies in addition to courts.

Requires pretrial investigative reports before release on own recognizance in cases involving violent felonies or certain vehicle code violations, and permits such reports in all other cases.

Mandates that pretrial investigative reports include results of evidence-based pretrial risk assessments evaluating the defendant's probability of appearing at trial and potential risk to public safety.

Authorizes courts and local agencies to employ supervision staff to monitor defendant compliance with release conditions, including notification of court dates, periodic reporting requirements, home detention monitoring, and reporting violations to the court.