Serious Crimes: For more serious offenses like murder, sexual assault, or major drug offenses, courts often require the defendant to wear an ankle monitor as a condition of bail or parole.
Ankle monitors may also be a condition for getting a reduced bail amount. By agreeing to wear one, an individual assures the court of their commitment to staying in the area and not fleeing. This can increase their chances of receiving a lower bail amount or even having no bail at all.
Introduction. In NSW, the approach to bail conditions in domestic violence cases has been redefined with a groundbreaking requirement for certain offenders to wear electronic ankle bracelets as part of their bail conditions.
An Alternative to a Jail Sentence If you're deemed a low-risk offender, you may avoid jail by wearing an ankle monitor instead. An ankle monitor is typically used as an alternative to pre-trial detention or as a condition of probation.
Some examples of crimes that receive ankle monitors include: Driving under the influence. Minor drug or alcohol offenses. Nonviolent sex offenses. Unlawful immigration.