05/30/2019
The Brewers have added ankle monitoring to the business. Please go to the Brewer Ankle Monitoring page and show your support. Thank you! (RB)
When you are placed under monitoring by a judge, generally you are required to wear an ankle monitor, also known as an ankle bracelet, or tether, at all times. Ankle monitors are commonly used for house arrest situations, as well as for other types of legal rulings, and they have been used for many years.
There are several different models of ankle monitors, but most work in essentially the same way. They are electronic devices that are attached around your ankle. They are designed to be tamper-resistant, waterproof and must be worn at all times. The device uses a radio frequency or cellular to communicate back to a monitoring station. If the device is tampered with or removed, authorities will be alerted. In addition, it may be programmed to limit your movement or roaming into or from certain areas, and alerts the monitoring station if you go outside or into a permitted
area.
Others may have alcohol or illegal drug monitoring functions, and they may be used to alert authorities if you consume alcohol or ingest drugs. The Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor, or SCRAM, is a common alcohol monitor. These special features of advanced monitoring devices allow authorities to ensure that you comply with the terms of your monitoring while enabling you to
enjoy the privacy and limited freedom in your community.
If you have been required to wear an ankle bracelet by the court, it is important that you listen to the usage requirements and rules. When you fail to follow the rules, such as if you step outside of the perimeter or take the device off, authorities will be dispatched to return you to custody for violation of the agreement, and this will result in legal consequences.
