The practice under which judges grant release if the defendant is employed and has roots in the community is known as:

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Release on recognizance is a judicial practice where a judge allows a defendant to be released from custody without posting bail, based on the trust that the defendant will return for their court dates. This decision is often made when the defendant is considered to have stable employment and strong ties to the community, suggesting they are not a flight risk.

The Practice Under Which Judges Grant Release If the Defendant