Researchers have found evidence that racial bias in the bail bonding system is driven by bail judges relying on inaccurate stereotypes that exaggerate the relative danger of releasing black defendants.

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Studies have shown that racial disparities in the bail system can be attributed to judges' reliance on stereotypes that overestimate the risk posed by black defendants, leading to harsher bail conditions compared to white defendants.

Researchers Have Found Evidence That Racial Bias in the Bail