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MS HC16
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Failed
2/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Price Wallace
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment requiring secured bonds (monetary, property, or surety) for all offenses punishable by more than one year imprisonment
- Prohibits judges from granting unsecured release options for these "bail restricted offenses," including release on own recognizance, unsecured appearance bonds, or pretrial diversion programs without security
- Preserves judicial discretion to grant unsecured release for offenses with maximum penalties of one year or less imprisonment
- Amendment would be submitted to voters in November 2026 and take effect January 1 of the year following ratification
- Authorizes the Legislature to enact implementing legislation consistent with the amendment
Legislative Description
Constitution; amend to provide secured bond requirements for bail restricted offenses.
Last Action
Died On Calendar
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Constitution1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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