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Everyday Law · Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Sep 28, 2026 · 25-10843 · Appeal

A mother and sheriff's official face off at a courthouse over bail fairness.AI illustration

Is Randolph County dodging a lawsuit with new bail rules?

A mother challenges the fairness of bail rules after her arrest.

TL;DR

  1. 1A woman was jailed because she couldn't afford bail.
  2. 2She sued, claiming the bail system was unfair to those who couldn't pay.
  3. 3The county changed the rules during the lawsuit, raising questions about mootness.

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Can the class challenge Randolph County's old bail practices despite new rules?

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