The Presumption of Innocence - Episode 69
Update: 2025-09-16
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Episode 69
Unpacking Cashless Bail: Equity vs. Public Safety
The debate over cashless bail has intensified following the August Executive Order calling for its nationwide elimination.
In this episode, host Matt Adams moderates a conversation featuring dueling perspectives on the cashless bail issue from guests Chanel Rhymes and Ken Good.
Chanel is the Director of Advocacy for the Northwest Community Bail Fund, which provides cash bail to those for whom it's not accessible, and fights against the cash bail system. Ken Good is a board member of the Professional Bondsman of Texas, author, podcaster and lawyer who represents the cash bail industry.
Chanel and Ken highlight the merits and drawbacks of both cash and cashless bail, rooted in their personal and professional experiences with both systems.
Unpacking Cashless Bail: Equity vs. Public Safety
The debate over cashless bail has intensified following the August Executive Order calling for its nationwide elimination.
In this episode, host Matt Adams moderates a conversation featuring dueling perspectives on the cashless bail issue from guests Chanel Rhymes and Ken Good.
Chanel is the Director of Advocacy for the Northwest Community Bail Fund, which provides cash bail to those for whom it's not accessible, and fights against the cash bail system. Ken Good is a board member of the Professional Bondsman of Texas, author, podcaster and lawyer who represents the cash bail industry.
Chanel and Ken highlight the merits and drawbacks of both cash and cashless bail, rooted in their personal and professional experiences with both systems.
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