The Flight Risk Reduction Act makes it easier to detain non-citizens accused of crimes by assuming they may flee before their trial. This is important for ensuring that those who might pose a risk to the community are kept in custody.
If you are not a U.S. citizen and are charged with a crime, you may be detained until your trial.
Who this affects
Non-citizens · Criminal defendants
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill creates a rule that non-citizens are presumed to be a flight risk before trial.
2It states that if a defendant is not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, they may be detained.
3The bill allows defendants to challenge this presumption but requires strong evidence to do so.
4Having family or a job in the U.S. does not count as evidence against being a flight risk.
5This change aims to enhance community safety and ensure defendants appear in court.
