BAIL: Provides for the factors in fixing the amount of bail and modifications of bail (OR SEE FISC NOTE LF EX)

HB 426 amends Louisiana's bail laws to require courts to consider the presumption of innocence when setting bail amounts, directly affecting defendants in criminal cases. Key provisions include adding "presumption of innocence" as a formal factor in bail decisions, clarifying that bail increases require "good cause" (like rearrest during bail), and mandating that motions to reduce bail be heard within 30 days. The bill also specifies that modifying bail terminates prior surety liability, requiring new security. These changes aim to balance public safety with defendants' rights during pretrial proceedings.