President Donald Trump wants to end the cashless bail system across the United States as part of his push to lower crime.
To that end, he signed two executive orders on Aug. 25, one targeting the District of Columbia and the other addressing the states.
Here are a few things to know about those orders and the system Trump seeks to overturn.
What Is Cashless Bail?
When a suspect is arrested, a judge often releases him or her to await trial and may require bail—a sum of money—to be held as a bond to ensure that the suspect shows up for trial….