CT HJ00171

Removes the constitutional requirement that accused persons be "released on bail upon sufficient security, except in capital offenses, where the proof is evident or the presumption great"

Establishes that accused persons are eligible for pretrial release, but allows courts to deny pretrial release if no conditions would reasonably assure court appearance, protect public safety, or prevent obstruction of the criminal justice process

Authorizes the General Assembly to establish by law procedures, terms, and conditions for pretrial release and denial of release

Removes obsolete constitutional language referencing capital offenses and crimes punishable by death, replacing it with reference to crimes punishable by life imprisonment

Proposes ballot language for the November 4, 2024 general election asking voters whether to permit pretrial detention without release based on the three conditions specified in the amendment