Experts dispute conservative claims that lenient bail policies contribute to crime, citing unfair detentions of low-income, minority defendants.

Bail clampdowns don't align with research on suspects, say experts. Some conservatives argue lenient bail policies contribute to crime, but progressives argue research doesn't support this, citing unfair detentions of low-income, minority defendants. Illinois, New Jersey, and New Mexico have moved away from money bonds, while states like Georgia and New York are implementing stricter rules.