Examining the Costs and Consequences of Charging for Justice in New Orleans In 2015, government agencies in New Orleans collected $4.5 million in the form of bail, fines and fees from people involved in the criminal justice system and, by extension, from their families.
What happens to those negatively affected by bail, fines, and fees in New Orleans? Hear for yourself, and then explore our new report on how bail, fines and fees cost the justice system more than they bring in.
