Governor’s Bill 7044, Regarding Pretrial Justice Reform

  • Status: Won: new law
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: 7044
  • Session: 2017
  • Latest Update: June 1, 2017
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Summary

This bill would reform Connecticut’s bail system by eliminating cash-only bail, and end Connecticut's one-size-fits-all approach to setting bail for people charged with misdemeanors. The bill passed both chambers of the legislature and signed by Governor Malloy. It took effect on July 1, 2017.

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