I understand the logic in this. If the individual is not a threat to society why should I the tax payer give him three hot meals and a jail cell while awaiting trial.
The real danger is liberal judges that will release those that are a threat to society.
In Savannah GA, Judge Harris O’Dell has given bail as low as $8,000 to black boys accused of murder; in the name of social justice. And wouldn’t you know it, murders have skyrocketed. Go figure.
Twelve year old murdered at the funeral of a gang banger just two weeks ago.