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Frank Riggs: “I think the gentleman makes some very constructive observation and questions, and I appreciate them. As the author of…”

On the recordFebruary 10, 1995
I think the gentleman makes some very constructive observation and questions, and I appreciate them. As the author of the amendment and maker of the motion I would find that to be an acceptable alternative to simply releasing an offender or defendant on personal recognizance.
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Frank Riggs
California

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Discussing alternatives to releasing offenders on personal recognizance.

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