History
The Unconstitutionality of Excessive Bail Under the Eighth Amendment
Quick fact
The Eighth Amendment's Excessive Bail Clause applies to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment and has been interpreted to allow detention without bail if a judge concludes that no conditions can ensure the safety of the community or the defendant's appearance in court.
Why this is interesting
Why can an American accused of a crime be held in jail without a trial simply because they cannot afford bail?