In this solo episode, host Shane Rolf examines the growing use of “cashless bail” and how these policies often lead to preventable tragedies. Drawing on recent high-profile cases from North Carolina, Illinois and Kansas -- including the murders of Iryna Zarutska -- individuals with extensive criminal histories are frequently released on signature bonds, despite prior failures to appear and escalating conduct. He also highlights new research from California’s Yolo County which has seen higher rates of new crimes, violent offenses and repeat arrests from individuals released on zero-bail. This episode offers a forceful critique of cashless bail policies and calls for legislative reform and greater judicial accountability to protect public safety.

Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Tracey Halley-Terrell, President of the Oklahoma Bondsman Association.

Shane and Tracey discuss bail in Oklahoma, charitable bail funds and the growing issue of fraud.

To learn more about Tracey, visit okbondsman.com.

Join host Shane Rolf and guest Mike Morrison, President of the Mississippi Bail Agents Association and owner of Mike Morrison Bail Bonding. Mr. Morrison discusses the challenges and inconsistencies bail agents face across different counties and states. He shares how Mississippi is working to modernize education, update outdated statutes and bring more uniformity to bail practices. They also discuss crime trends, the impact of federal lawsuits on fines and bail and efforts to create a statewide procedures manual. Mr. Morrison also highlights the importance of strong relationships within the industry and clear communication with courts and the public. It's a straightforward look at how Mississippi is trying to strengthen accountability across its criminal justice system.