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In 22 counties examined, the percent of defendants detained at their initial court hearing decreased markedly for all offense types.
Prior to the PFA, on average 51% of defendants were detained or required to post bail; after the PFA, on average 9% of defendants were detained at their initial hearing.  
Pre-PFA (Bond/Detained at Initial Hearing)/Post-PFA(Detained at Initial Hearing)
Non-Detainable Misdemeanors 35% / 1%
Non-Detainable Felonies 73% / 11%
Detainable Offenses 77% / 33%
All Offenses 51% / 9%
Numbers reflect the average percent of defendants detained more than 3 days (Pre-PFA) and detained (Post-PFA) at their initial hearing across all 22 counties. Numbers reflect the average percent of defendants detained or with bond imposed (Pre-PFA) and detained (Post-PFA) at their initial hearing across all 22 counties.
Source: Loyola Center for Criminal Justice Analyses of case management data from clerks of court in 22 counties for cases initiated between Sept 18, 2023-June 30, 2024
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Solo parent, supporting a brave autistic child, expert lip syncer, defends traditional public schools, public libraries and “fare-evaders and beaters.” defund the police. STFU about Chicago. Go #B1GCats!
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