Tennessee voters will decide whether those accused of some felonies lose right to pretrial bail

Tennessees have the option to vote in 2026 for constitutional amendments that allow them to refuse bail for several crimes. (Photo: John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout) Tennessee voters will have the power to finalize the state’s constitutional amendments. Removes pretrial bail rights For those accused of committing a particular crime. The Tennessee House of Representatives voted 84-10 […]

Maricopa cops nail California fugitive who skipped $20,000 bail

Hidden Valley resident Igena Cooter has been handed over to Santa Clara County (Calif.) Superior Court to face charges of insurance fraud and perjury. Maricopa police served as her warrant. [Santa Clara County] Officers Maricopa pursued a California fugitive on Tuesday. Police pulled Igena Teresa Cooter, 51, of Hidden Valley, at […]

Sexton and bail bond industry headed for collision • Tennessee Lookout

The bail bond industry has questioned the constitutionality of Tennessee’s constitutional amendments, and judges will give discretion to refuse bail for around 75 violent crimes. Michael McClallen, an American bail council lawyer, challenged Attorney General Jonathan Skulmetti and Senate majority leader Jack Johnson, who challenged the action to the legality of the measure and said […]

Phoenix area district faces $12M budget shortfall but county won’t bail it out

Isaac Elementary School District in Phoenix has been cited as a financial risk for years and had a budget shortfall of at least $12 million. PHOENIX — Efforts are underway to keep Isaac Elementary School District open after a budget shortfall of more than $12 million was discovered. But first, you have to figure out […]

Dock Workers Bail Harris Out In Terrible Move That Will Come Back To Bite Them

In other words, the much-feared dock strike was over before panic could really begin. Has this crisis been averted or is it pure political maneuvering? Well, probably the latter. The longshoremen’s union, the International Longshoremen’s Association, has reached a temporary agreement with employers for a 62% pay increase. But all other issues will be put […]

Diddy Denied Bail Even After Making Significant Bail Offer

Judge Robin Tarnowski denied bail for Sean “Diddy” Combs during a hearing on Tuesday. Judge Tarnowski ruled that Combs will remain in custody pending trial. CNNCombs was arrested on Monday night and charged with organized crime conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation for the purposes of prostitution, and the music mogul's lawyer, Mark Anifilo, has already […]

FLASHBACK: Harris Wanted To End Cash Bail And Reduce Penalties For Criminals

A newly discovered memo released by Vice President Harris' 2020 presidential campaign outlined a plan to “radically reform” the criminal justice system by reducing penalties for criminals. Harris, 2019, He promised to eliminate cash bail, end court-ordered fines, expunge the records of some felons, eliminate federal minimum sentences and increase federal oversight of local police […]