The Federal Bail Reform Act of 1984 permits federal courts to detain arrestees without bail on the ground of their danger to the community.

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The Federal Bail Reform Act of 1984, specifically in 18 U.S.C. § 3142, allows federal courts to consider a defendant's dangerousness when deciding whether to release them on bail. If the court finds that the defendant poses a threat to the community or any person, they may be detained without bail.

The Federal Bail Reform Act of 1984 Permits Federal Courts