The main purpose of this legislation is to end the practice of cashless bail in the District of Columbia. The goal is to ensure that individuals accused of serious crimes are held accountable and that public safety is prioritized during the pretrial process. Key provisions of the law include requirements for the District of Columbia to implement cash bail for defendants who pose a clear threat to public safety. This means that for certain serious offenses, such as sexual abuse, aggravated assault, or rioting, judges must set cash bail at a level that reflects the risk posed by the defendant.