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Alli Neal and Jennifer Ross of Revved Up Kids discuss the startling statistics on sexual abuse of children – such as the average age of assault victims is 8 years old – and why it’s important that this information isn’t hidden away. Revved Up Kids provides training to help prevent sexual abuse by working with students, parents, community groups and local police departments.
Defense Attorney Ashleigh Merchant shares details from recent cases that have captured public attention and, in some cases, alarmed the public unnecessarily. Ashleigh subscribes to the philosophy that the more the public sees the sausage being made, the better it is for criminal justice.
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The 8th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, part of The Bill of Rights, is one of the most important for anyone who is facing criminal charges. If you or a loved one has been arrested, the 8th Amendment protects you from excessive bail. It could be said that bail bond companies are a direct response to this amendment. Let’s break down what it covers and why it matters when bonding out of jail.
The 8th Amendment explicitly states, “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”
In plain terms, it ensures that a person’s bail isn’t unfairly high and that any fines levied against them are reasonable. At its core, the 8th amendment is all about promoting fairness and ensuring that people have an opportunity to post bail (or obtain bail bonds) when arrested for criminal offenses.
Bail is what lets you get out of jail while awaiting trial, and it provides a financial incentive to show up for court. As the 8th Amendment protects you from “excessive” bail, the amount should match the crime. For example, a minor offense shouldn’t carry a million-dollar bail. Courts must consider factors like the severity of the crime and whether someone is a flight risk in order to set a fair amount.
Many states use a scoring system when setting bail. Misdemeanor offenses have an average bail amount of a few hundred dollars, although some crimes may include a higher bail amount.
The 8th Amendment and your bail amount also influence the cost of obtaining bail bonds. Even when fees are reasonable, many defendants (or the required co-signer) can’t afford the full bail. This is where bail bond companies come in. When working with a bondsman, you’ll have to provide a percentage of the bail amount, but the bond company will cover the rest. Once you or your loved one attends the court dates, the bond company gets the bail amount back and keeps your percentage as its fee.
The 8th Amendment also includes a clause that prohibits cruel and unusual punishments, such as torture and overly severe penalties, effectively ensuring that the criminal justice system respects your dignity during the entire legal process.
A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds offers timely and responsive bonding services throughout Georgia and Alabama. Our team is here to help in your time of need, and we’ll guide you through the means of exercising your 8th Amendment rights by making bonds more accessible. Additionally, we are committed to educating clients about the bail process so they can avoid the risk of violating pretrial release conditions. Our goal is to get you or your loved one home fast, and to keep you there, so you can move on from your legal troubles.
Mike Lutzenkirchen, Lutzie 43 Foundation, discusses summer driving safety during a time that has been deemed the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer – the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen crash fatalities spike. He also discusses Georgia’s Motor Carrier Compliance division of the Georgia State Patrol, a partner with Lutzie 43 working to create better behaviors behind the wheel.
Major Steve Gaynor and Investigator Pedros Munoz of the Cobb Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division detail the ongoing work of their Fraud Division as fraud cases continue to rise. They highlight how criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, leading to an escalation in the financial impact of these crimes.
The Jess Rousey Honoring Heroes Foundation and its founder, Samantha Rousey Glass, are dedicated to ensuring that first responders are equipped, supported and empowered to serve their communities. Lt. Justin Bullis with the Cobb County Police and retired Major Barry Little join Samantha to discuss the important work performed by the all-volunteer staff and board of the foundation for first responders in Paulding and Cobb counties.