Montana Jail Diversion Case: Fairness vs. Fees
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A federal jury in Missoula begins hearing a civil rights case against Ravalli County, Montana, alleging its jail diversion program discriminates against indigent individuals arrested and awaiting trial. The program, which charges high pretrial supervision fees, is accused of trapping people in debt, blocking release from jail, and leading to re-arrests for non-payment. The county defends the program, stating judges set conditions and detainees have court hearings to challenge fees. The trial concludes by Friday, focusing on reforming pretrial practices for fairness.
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