New York's bail reform was shortsighted

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New York's bail reform was shortsighted

Some of the most sweeping and ambitious bail reform legislation in New York state history became codified into law on the first of the year. Criminal justice activists predictably hailed the massive restructuring of the cash bail system -- which was designed to level the playing field for accused who are bail-eligible but may not possess the financial means to secure it.

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