Midwest Bail

Bail in the Midwest

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Bail in the Midwest explores the integral role of bail in the criminal justice system. With its roots dating back hundreds of years, bail allows individuals charged with a crime to be free pending trial, while simultaneously ensuring public safety. However, efforts to reform the bail system have escalated across the country in recent years, with calls from advocates to reduce or even eliminate the incarceration of individuals charged with a crime. With violent crime on the rise, it has become apparent that the new laws put into place are not always effective. In each episode, we discuss the ma...

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Bail in the Midwest, How Politics is Affecting Bail in America 03.06.2022 55:45

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Gerald Madrid, President of the New Mexico Bail Bond Association, for a discussion about the increasing influence of politics in America’s bail system. Joining the conversation is Albuquerque-based defense attorney, Christopher Marlowe, who contributes his views on this topic from a legal perspective.

Bail in the Midwest, What is the Real Story Behind 10 Percent Bonds? 04.05.2022 48:48

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Mike Whitlock, Executive Vice President and Partner of American Surety Company to discuss the issue of 10 percent bonds. This controversial issue concerns attempts from bail reform advocates to prevent bondsmen from accepting less than 10 percent of the total bail amount. They have argued that doing so in the past has contributed to the increase in crime acros...

Bail in the Midwest, Bail Reform - What Does It Really Mean? 05.04.2022 48:56

Join host Shane Rolf and his guests, Kansas House of Representatives members, Rep. Rep. John E. Barker of the 70th House District and Rep. Stephen Owens of the 74th House District for a lively and informative discussion. Bail reform is currently the hottest criminal justice topic. But it means different things to different people. Some call for the release of all defendants because they are col...