Define Bail and Provide Its Origin and Purpose

question 83

Essay

Define bail and provide its origin and purpose.  Include in your response how bail can contribute to inequities in the treatment of defendants.

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Definitions:

Stigma

A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person, often leading to exclusion or discrimination.

Cognitive Processing Approach

A therapeutic technique focusing on altering maladaptive thoughts and beliefs through cognitive restructuring, often used in treating PTSD and anxiety disorders.

Traumatic Event

An incident that causes psychological trauma, resulting in an emotional response of intense fear, horror, or helplessness.

Reservists

Members of a country's military reserve forces who are not in active service but can be called upon in times of need.