Criminal
Nov. 27, 2020
Prosecutors warn of continued zero bail dangers
Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward said in an interview this week that 50% of those released in his county since April have committed new crimes, despite prosecutors having made hundreds of motions arguing they posed a public safety threat.
Some prosecutors in counties where courts have continued to operate with a zero bail schedule or where early release motions are still being granted due to the pandemic are reporting significant recidivism rates for those who have left custody.
Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward said in an interview this week that 50% of those released in his county since April have committed new crimes, despite prosecutors having made hundred...
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