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Pennsylvania lawmakers push for stricter bail laws after UPMC doctor’s slaying

Pennsylvania lawmakers are calling for changes to the state’s pretrial release and bail system following a September fatal attack on a UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh doctor by a man who police say was facing separate burglary charges and was free on non-monetary bail. On Wednesday, Allegheny County Republicans advocated

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Pittsburgh Tribune-Review· Oct 15, 5:57 PMPennsylvania lawmakers push for stricter bail laws after UPMC doctor’s slaying

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