People v. Barner

Defendant was arrested for criminal damage to government-supported property and was released from custody after paying a bond. After the Pre-Trial Fairness Act defendant missed a court appearance and a warrant was issued for his arrest. The State moved to revoke the bond and the trial court granted the motion and ordered defendant be detained until the conclusion of the case. The appellate court reversed, explaining the Act does not permit for the revocation of pretrial release for the mere failure to appear. The appellate court noted that the trial court had the authority to issue sanctions for the failure to appear, which include incarceration for up to 30 days. (HOWSE and COBBS, concurring)