Breaking Down Bail: Debunking Common Bail Myths

Name: Breaking Down Bail: Debunking Common Bail Myths
Uploaded: 2016-12-05T18:29:34
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Description: Did you know over 1/2 a million Americans are being held in jail with no conviction? Not enough people know this – or that it’s all because of our money bail system. That’s why we made this video to help shine a light on this archaic, inhumane process only practiced in the United States and the Philippines! #EndCashBail

Did you know over 1/2 a million Americans are being held in jail with no conviction? Not enough people know this – or that it’s all because of our money bail system. That’s why we made this video to help shine a light on this archaic, inhumane process only practiced in the United States and the Philippines! #EndCashBail read more

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