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Greater Cleveland Congregations (GCC) is calling for immediate reform of Cleveland’s pretrial system, which currently leaves individuals jailed for days without being charged. While GCC’s long-term goal is to fix this issue county-wide, the organization is taking its first step at Cleveland Municipal Court.

Since May 7, 2025, GCC’s Pretrial Justice Team has focused on creating an effective, centralized booking system to ensure that individuals arrested for criminal offenses are promptly brought before a judge. This system would allow for timely release when appropriate or the establishment of a reasonable bond — addressing the critical delay between arrest and first appearance before a judge. Other cities have proven better systems are possible—Cleveland CAN act now.

On Thursday, October 9, GCC will bring Cleveland Municipal Court candidates together to hear how they view this issue, their goals for office, and what can be done to ensure justice for all. Hundreds of residents from across the county will be present and online to hear GCC’s solutions—and the candidates’ responses.

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