The expansion of cash bail requirements in Georgia is a troubling step backward in our pursuit of a fair and just criminal justice system. It's hard not to see this as a move that disproportionately punishes the less fortunate, essentially making freedom while awaiting trial a luxury only the well-off can afford. The criminalization of bail funds is particularly concerning; these funds represent a community's attempt to rectify the imbalance created by a cash-dependent bail system. By equating financial capability with the likelihood of appearing in court, we're ignoring more humane and innovative approaches to ensuring public safety and court attendance. This law seems more like a band-aid on the larger issue of crime prevention and rehabilitation, failing to address the root causes of criminal behavior while exacerbating the divide between the economic classes.
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