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IN HB1323
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ragen Hatcher
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AI Summary
- Prohibits courts from requiring bail as a condition of pretrial release unless the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the arrestee is a flight risk or danger to the community
- Allows bail to be required without the flight risk/danger finding in specific circumstances: charges of murder or treason, arrestee already on pretrial release for an unrelated incident, or arrestee on probation, parole, or other community supervision
- Requires that when bail is set, the amount must be the lowest amount necessary to assure court appearance or protect community safety, based on the defendant's financial circumstances
- Mandates release without money bail for arrestees who do not present a substantial risk of flight or danger, subject to court-determined restrictions and conditions
- Effective July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Bail.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code
1/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Courts and Criminal Code1/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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