This bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure regarding the right to bail before and after conviction. It establishes that bail may be allowed after conviction and before sentencing if the maximum sentence is five years or less, and under certain conditions if the sentence exceeds five years. Specifically, it introduces a new provision that prohibits bail for defendants convicted of capital offenses or aggravated offenses against minors. Additionally, it clarifies that there is a rebuttable presumption against bail for those convicted of serious crimes, such as sex offenses or crimes of violence, which are defined in existing law.

The bill also includes provisions for defendants who are held without bail or unable to post bail, allowing them to invoke the supervisory jurisdiction of the court of appeal if they believe the trial court has improperly denied bail or a reduction in bail. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance public safety by restricting bail for certain serious offenses while maintaining the right to bail under specific circumstances.