According to Stack v. Boyle, the purpose of bail is to

A. punish defendants.
B. protect public safety.
C. assure the defendant’s attendance in court.
D. both protect public safety and assure the defendant’s attendance in court.


C. assure the defendant’s attendance in court.

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