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Harris County’s cashless bail policy for misdemeanors upheld

The policy dates to a 2019 settlement after the county’s cash bail system was found to exacerbate poverty while not “meaningfully” promoting public safety.

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The Texas Tribune· Oct 5, 4:00 PMHarris County’s cashless bail policy for misdemeanors upheld

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