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CT SB01031

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/7/2015

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

Senate

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces subsection (a) of section 54-64a of the general statutes, effective October 1, 2015
  • Requires Superior Courts to order release of arrested persons in bailable offenses upon the first sufficient condition found to reasonably ensure court appearance, including written promise, nonfinancial conditions, or bonds
  • Caps bail bonds with surety at $5,000 maximum for persons charged with misdemeanors only, unless the court finds good cause to set a higher amount
  • Permits courts to order drug testing and treatment participation when necessary and reasonable for persons believed to be drug-dependent
  • Specifies seven factors courts may consider when determining release conditions: nature of offense, prior convictions, court appearance history, family ties, employment record, financial resources/character/mental condition, and community ties

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Bail Amounts Set By Judges.

Last Action

House Calendar Number 534

5/8/2015

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/26/2015

Full Bill Text

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