Simpson v. Miller
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- Decided
- Citation
- 241 Ariz. 341 (2017)
- Topics
- Bail & Pretrial Release
What did the court decide?
The Arizona Supreme Court held that Arizona's rule denying bail to everyone charged with sexual conduct with a minor under 15, when the proof is evident or presumption great, violated due process because it did not require an individualized finding that the person is dangerous.
Why does it matter?
A key Arizona case requiring individualized bail decisions instead of automatic no-bail rules for that charge.
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