California Considers Ditching Cash Bail System To Help Poor

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CBS13) – California lawmakers are taking a closer look at the state’s bail system. New legislation aims to change the entire pre-trial process.
“It’s a way to basically punish people and keep people in jail who are poor,” said Senator Bob Hertzberg, District 18.
Right now, bail is set after a person is arrested. The amount depends on a fee schedule that’s different in each county. Then, the accused person either pays upfront or pays 10% of