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Bail often blamed for crime, but dismissals may be a much bigger problem 

02-26-2025 05:48 PM

Originally posted by Lisel Petis on 02/26/2025

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Blaming bail reform as a primary culprit for crime distracts from the larger systemic issues that drive these outcomes. Case dismissals directly undermine justice by denying victims closure, letting guilty individuals escape accountability, and wasting significant public resources. Addressing the issues that cause dismissals could better protect public safety and rebuild public trust in the justice system.

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Lisel Petis
Resident Senior Fellow for Criminal Justice & Civil Liberties
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