S 482 · 97th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

Bail Reform Act Amendments of 1981

Introduced 1981-02-17· Sponsored by Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Subcommittee on Constitution. Hearings held.(1981-09-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Bail Reform Act Amendments of 1981 - Amends the Federal criminal code with respect to the circumstances under which a person charged with or convicted of a crime may be released on bail or personal recognizance. Entitles a person charged with an offense to be released on personal recognizance or bail, unless the judicial officer determines that release will not reasonably assure such person's appearance or will endanger the safety of any person or the community. Requires that a person be detained if no conditions of release will reasonably assure such person's appearance and the public safety. Disallows imposition of a financial condition to assure the public safety. Adds to those factors to be considered by the judicial officer in making such determinations: (1) the individual's past conduct, use of alcohol, history of violent behavior, illegal drug use, and conviction record; and (2) whether he was on probation, parole, or other release when arrested. Enumerates mandatory and discretionary release conditions. Imposes special detention requirements for persons charged or convicted of Federal or State offenses involving controlled substances, use of a weapon, or physical harm to an…

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Cosponsors (4)

4 Democrats