Connecticut Governor Proposes Bail Reform Legislation

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) – Gov. Dannel P. Malloy is proposing a package of legislation aimed at reducing the number of people detained in Connecticut jails because they can’t afford to post bail.The Democrat announced Thursday he wants to prohibit judges from setting a monetary bail for anyone charged with a misdemeanor. There would some exceptions, such as when a judge determines the accused poses an immediate threat or the accused has a history of failing to appear for court dates.Othe