BailCo Bail Bonds Company Breaks Down the New Pre-Trial Release Law

One of Connecticut’s most reputable bail bond agencies BailCo Bail Bonds Company expounds on the inefficacies of the pre-trial release law and offers possible solutions to its shortcomings.

Manchester, CT, United States - September 12, 2022 —

BailCo LLC, a bail bond agency serving communities across Connecticut, recently reflected on the state’s pre-trial release law. Passed in June of 2017, Connecticut was among numerous states throughout the country to pass bail reform legislation in order to alleviate the problems associated with non-violent misdemeanors' pre-trial release procedures. 

This significant modification of the state's pre-trial release procedures was designed to minimize time spent in jail during the course of their pretrial release hearings due to a lack of funds for bail. Because 75% of those awaiting trial at the time of this legislation were minor infractions, it was anticipated that it would have a significant influence on decreasing incarcerations.

Since its passing five years ago, statewide data has shown no reduction of the total amount of accused defendants in custody. As of 2022, there were 9% more defendants detained than in 2017, suggesting that the 2017 legislative changes had little to no impact on their goal.

In recent years, Connecticut has seen a massive decline in its prison population, with over 50% fewer people incarcerated today than in 2008. However, the pretrial population has not decreased at the same rate. 

“We have a very low rate of failures to appear (FTA) compared to the national average of 18%, whereas Connecticut’s average is between 8% and 13%. Connecticut citizens accused of crimes are given multiple second chances and each arrestee has a minimum of four different authorities review their case to use the least restrictive form of release possible.” says Andrew Marrochini, the owner and founder of Bail Co LLC.

According to Mr. Marrochini, most arrests appeared to result in the defendant's release after a PTA, with only the worst offenders required to post bond. Despite this, there were still defendants being held on bond.  

Mr, Marrochini continues: “To address the issue, I propose a review of what these individuals are being arrested for. How are these cases normally prosecuted? Do they predominantly result in some type of plea bargain, and if so, what type? If we find that the controlling offense is seldom prosecuted or only prosecutes certain individuals, then we should ask if the statute is still necessary and consider modifying it. Remove all types of bonds except cash or surety and PTAs. Simplifying the system but allowing for as much flexibility as possible if bond is required. The 10% option bonds are unjust and not necessary.”

“Create a more efficient judicial system by first having a third party analyze the process for inefficiencies. The goal will be to cut down the back log of cases which is the 2nd most common reason why defendants are in custody. To that end, I will seek to change Connecticut’s pretrial release and practice book language as a mandate in the 2022 session of the General Assembly.” - Mr. Marrochini concluded. 

About BailCo Bail Bonds Company: BailCo Bail Bonds Company is celebrating two decades in the industry next year. The agency provides bail bonds to individuals arrested for crimes in Connecticut who would otherwise be unable to pay the court-imposed amount. BailCo LLC provides discreet and efficient services all across the state.

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Contact Info:
Name: Andrew Marrochini
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Organization: BailCo LLC
Address: 405 Center St, Manchester, CT 06040
Phone: (800) 422-4526
Website: https://www.bailcobailbonds.com/

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