The attached executive summary of research conducted by David A. Krahl of the University of Tampa, Tampa, Florida analyzed over 9,000 cases in 27 of 67 counties in the state because those were the only counties with accurate and assessable databases. Here are some highlights:
Less than two percent of all detainees were in a prolonged state of detention because of being financially unable to post a surety bond
Twenty-nine unsecured pre-trial release programs across the state over a 3 year period cost Florida taxpayers $95 million
That’s equivalent to $31.7 million a year or $87,000 per day
Secured pre-trial release cost Florida’s taxpayers absolutely nothing