Wisconsin Bail Reform

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Bail reform constitutional amendment set to take center stage in Madison

“I think it is common sense that the judge should look back at your past criminal convictions,” Rep. Duchow said. “Judges are not allowed to look at your past criminal convictions at all.”
Republican lawmakers are pressing forward with a push to change the state’s constitution to require judges to consider more factors when setting cash bail.
WTMJ Milwaukie