Gee and Ursula: It's time to change the state's bail system

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Gee and Ursula: It's time to change the state's bail system

A new bill in the Washington State Legislature aims to bring more accountability to the bail system, requiring judges to explain their decisions when releasing suspects on bail. House Bill 1252, sponsored by Rep. Lauren Davis (D-Lynnwood) seeks to address the recurring issue of suspects committing new crimes after being released on bail. “We’re tired of hearing about cases where a suspect is released on bail only to commit another crime,” Davis …