Discuss the pros and cons of pretrial release. How can the court ensure that the defendant's rights are protected while also protecting society? How might the bail system discriminate against poor or indigent defendants? What might be done to reduce this type of discrimination?
What will be an ideal response?
should include a discussion of the need to balance the rights of unconvicted defendants with the possible risk to society if a dangerous defendant is released before trial. Answers should also discuss the recent report by the National Advisory Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Goals which found that the vast majority of felony defendants were unable to raise the money to make bail and should reflect on how this affects those individuals, especially compared to those defendants who could afford bail. Some discussion of alternative non-financial bail options should also be included.
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