DENIAL OF BAIL, CA

SJR 6 proposes a constitutional amendment to New Mexico's constitution, allowing courts to deny bail for felony defendants who pose an unreasonable risk to public safety or are likely to flee. It requires prosecutors to prove this risk with "clear and convincing evidence" at a hearing, while ensuring defendants cannot be jailed solely due to inability to pay bail. The amendment also mandates courts to quickly review requests for bail relief from those who cannot afford bond but aren't deemed a safety or flight risk. As a constitutional amendment, it must be approved by voters in the next general election. This change would directly affect felony defendants facing bail decisions in New Mexico courts.