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Stricter Rules: Federal Ban on Fraud Related to Posting Bail.

This law expands existing federal financial fraud statutes to explicitly cover all forms of fraud committed when posting bail. This includes monetary bail, criminal bail bonds, and federal immigration bail bonds. The goal is to enhance public safety by making it harder for offenders to secure release through illegal financial means.
Key points
Establishes a clear federal prohibition against fraud connected to posting any type of bail, including immigration bonds.
Aims to strengthen enforcement against individuals and companies attempting to falsify documents or funds to secure the release of defendants.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-09-25
61%
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Against 161
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8205
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2024-05-01
Voting date: 2024-09-25
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 454