In bonds and recognizances, providing for the restriction on use of cash bail for pregnant defendants.

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Plain-English Summary

An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bonds and recognizances, providing for the restriction on use of cash bail for pregnant defendants.

Source: OpenStates · fetched April 17, 2026

Who it affects

Reproductive-age person

Prohibits the use of cash bail for pregnant defendants.

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Who This AffectsAI analysis

Reproductive-age persondirectMajor impactHigh certainty
Prohibits the use of cash bail for pregnant defendants.
“providing for the restriction on use of cash bail for pregnant defendants”· Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure)

What the Bill Does

Amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.
Adds provisions regarding bonds and recognizances.
Restricts the use of cash bail for pregnant defendants.

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