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Optimal Bail And The Value Of Freedom: Evidence From The Philadelphia Bail Experiment

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  • DAVID S. ABRAMS
  • CHRIS ROHLFS

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  • David S. Abrams & Chris Rohlfs, 2011. "Optimal Bail And The Value Of Freedom: Evidence From The Philadelphia Bail Experiment," Economic Inquiry, Western Economic Association International, vol. 49(3), pages 750-770, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:ecinqu:v:49:y:2011:i:3:p:750-770
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