SJR 37, 86th R.S. history

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SJR 37, 86th R.S.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the denial of bail to an accused person if necessary to ensure the person's appearance in court and the safety of the community and the victim of the alleged offense.

Last action: Co-author authorized

Author: John Whitmire
Coauthor: Nathan Johnson

Companion:

HJR 62 (Identical)

Enabling legislation: SB 628

Subjects:
Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release
Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments

Senate Committee: Criminal Justice (John Whitmire, Dawn Buckingham, Peter Flores, Joan Huffman, Bryan Hughes, Borris Miles, Charles Perry)

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