Summary
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed a new law called Iryna's Law after the fatal train stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee. The law changes how bail works and aims for more safety by reviewing criminal histories before releasing suspects. It is part of a larger conversation about crime and safety in the state.
Key Facts
- Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 307, known as Iryna's Law.
- The law was created after the murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska.
- The law eliminates cashless bail for certain violent crimes and repeat offenders.
- It requires that a defendant’s criminal history is reviewed before they can be released.
- The law passed with debate in both legislative chambers in North Carolina.
- It includes other measures like more mental health evaluations for people charged with crimes.
- The alleged attacker, Decarlos Brown Jr., has a history of criminal activity.
- Brown Jr. is charged with first-degree murder, which may carry the death penalty.
