It's all about the Benjamin's
I dont understand our justice system. People like bill cosby are found guilty of their crime but their out on bond till sentancing. Your guilty go to jail?
I agree with you. You or I would have been placed in custody .... But then, we don't have a million bucks for bail.
It's not just the rich ... It also depends on the jurisdiction and crime.
In Oregon, 75% of guilty people never see the inside of a prison due to overcrowding.
You asked about the justice system, not about the Cosby case, so here is the general rule:
Just because you have been found guilty, that does not mean that your sentence in a criminal case will involve additional jail time.
You can also be sentenced to time served or probation.