The Ontario government says it will require defendants to pay cash security deposits before they are released from custody as part of a bill aimed at “tightening” bail requirements.
In a news release issued Monday morning, Attorney General Doug Downey said the current bail system is “broken” and that the bill will introduce repercussions for offenders.
“That’s why our government is advancing a comprehensive tough on crime bail strategy that will strengthen the rules, reinforce compliance, and keep violent and repeat offenders off the street,” Downey said at a news conference announcing the proposed change.
