Bail in the Midwest
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<p>Bail in the Midwest explores the integral role of bail in the criminal justice system. With its roots dating back hundreds of years, bail allows individuals charged with a crime to be free pending trial, while simultaneously ensuring public safety. However, efforts to reform the bail system have escalated across the country in recent years, with calls from advocates to reduce or even eliminate the incarceration of individuals charged with a crime. With violent crime on the rise, it has become apparent that the new laws put into place are not always effective. In each episode, we discuss the many challenges involving criminal justice reform, as lawmakers seek viable solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Bail in the Midwest is hosted by Shane Rolf, Executive Vice-President of the Kansas Bail Agents Association. David Stuckman, President of the Professional Bail Agents of the United States is Executive Producer of the podcast.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 26, 2026
Bail in the Midwest, James Lindblad, Past President, Professional Bail Agents of Hawaii
Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, James Lindblad, Past President of the Professional Bail Agents of Hawaii, as they discuss the evolution and current challenges of Hawaii’s bail system. Mr. Lindblad reflects on his career in pre-trial release work beginning in the 1970s and later as a bail bondsman, offering a long-view perspective on how bail practice has changed over time. The conversation focuses on Hawaii’s ongoing bail reform efforts and concerns that proposed changes are m...
April 22, 2026
Bail in the Midwest, Courtney Wimer, President, Washington State Bail Agents Association
Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Courtney Wimer, President of the Washington State Bail Agents Association, as they discuss proposed changes to court rules in Washington and their potential impact on the state’s pretrial system. Ms. Wimer explains how the proposed “high likelihood of willful flight” standard, new limits on misdemeanor bond amounts and restrictions on judicial discretion could fundamentally alter how bail is set and enforced. She raises concerns about separation...
April 7, 2026
Bail in the Midwest, Susan Oetting, Author of “Grandma the Bounty Hunter”
Join host Shane Rolf and his guest, Susan Oetting, a Fort Wayne bail bondsman, fugitive recovery agent and author writing under the name “Grandma Susan.” Ms. Oetting discusses her path into the bail profession and her work with a fourth-generation Indiana bonding company, while offering an inside look at the realities of fugitive recovery far removed from Hollywood portrayals of bounty hunters. Drawing from her book, “Grandma the Bounty Hunter,” she shares true stories involving d...
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- What is Bail in the Midwest?
<p>Bail in the Midwest explores the integral role of bail in the criminal justice system. With its roots dating back hundreds of years, bail allows individuals charged with a crime to be free pending trial, while simultaneously ensuring public safety. However, efforts to reform the bail system have escalated across the country in recent years, with calls from advocates to reduce or even eliminate the incarceration of individuals charged with a crime. With violent crime on the rise, it has become apparent that the new laws put into place are not always effective. In each episode, we discuss the many challenges involving criminal justice reform, as lawmakers seek viable solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Bail in the Midwest is hosted by Shane Rolf, Executive Vice-President of the Kansas Bail Agents Association. David Stuckman, President of the Professional Bail Agents of the United States is Executive Producer of the podcast.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates bi-weekly.
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This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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