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Critics raise concerns about new bail policy amid increase in Charlotte area crime

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Critics of a new bail policy say it puts families at risk by allowing accused criminals back on the streets with little to no bail.

But, advocates of the program argue that it may actually make our community safer.

The new policy is designed offenders who are not considered dangerous or a threat to run, but simply cannot afford to pay to get out of jail.

Watch the video above as Channel 9's Mark Becker breaks down the new policy and why it is raising concerns in the community.