Bail Bond System May Face Changes Under Court Rules

Maryland Judiciary's Standing Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure (Rules Committee) is considering changes to the court's rules governing bail bonds. The changes, which are not without controversy, are…

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AG Questions Constitutionality of MD Cash Bail

Maryland lawmakers sought information from the Attorney General's Office on the constitutionality of the state's cash bail system. The office responded in a letter that the current system could be…

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MACo Supports Pretrial System Reform

MACo Associate Director, Natasha Mehu, testified in support of legislation (HB 1390) to establish pretrial programs to maintain a just, effective, and efficient pretrial system. MACo’s testimony states HB 1390…

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MACo Supports Criminal Pretrial Reform

MACo Associate Director, Natasha Mehu, testified in support of legislation (SB 880) to establish pretrial programs to maintain a just, effective, and efficient pretrial system. SB 880 was heard by…

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