DENIAL OF BAIL, CA

This constitutional amendment proposal would allow courts to deny bail for felony defendants if prosecutors present clear evidence that release would endanger people or the community, or if the person is a flight risk. For violent or dangerous felony charges, courts would automatically presume these risks unless the defendant proves otherwise with a preponderance of evidence (more likely than not). It also requires courts to consider financial hardship when setting bail, preventing detention solely due to inability to pay bond. As a constitutional amendment, it must be approved by voters at the next general election.