Bail and legal defense funding raised through GoFundMe or comparable platforms must never be disparaged. These lawful and voluntary fundraising efforts are not only appropriate but essential to safeguarding constitutional rights. It is true that GoFundMe prohibits campaigns for defendants charged with certain serious crimes. However, other legitimate platforms exist that recognize the fundamental principle that every accused person is entitled to a fair trial, adequate defense, and meaningful access to justice. Consider the financial reality. In a serious felony case, particularly homicide charges arising from acts of self-defense, bail alone can reach into the millions. Defense costs extend far beyond attorneys. Investigators must be engaged to uncover exculpatory evidence. Expert witnesses must be retained to challenge the State’s case, particularly when so-called scientific testimony is presented. Without private resources, the accused stands defenseless against the full weight of...