If you have been arrested for a DWI, or know someone who has, you may be familiar with SCRAM bracelets. SCRAM is short for Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring and allows the Court to continuously monitor DWI offenders. Thomas A. Corletta, Attorney at Law, in Rochester, New York, has helped many clients charged with a DWI get through this process.

According to Mr. Corletta, here’s a quick look at how the SCRAM bracelet works:

• Court-Ordered Alcohol Monitoring System: SCRAM bracelets are usually ordered by courts who decide monitoring the defendant is necessary—usually in connection with a probation supervision or as a condition of bail. The courts may want to use the SCRAM to determine if the Defendant is complying with alcohol treatment and/or the terms of their probation.
• Accurately Reports Presence Of Alcohol: The SCRAM bracelet checks for alcohol through the wearer’s perspiration. The bracelet sends reports to a private company and the company can report evidence of alcohol consumption to probation or the Court.
• Non-Removable: SCRAM bracelets are designed with anti-tampering features and cannot be removed. If the person wearing the bracelet tries to take it off or break it, or if they test positive for alcohol while wearing it, the individual may face a probation violation or have his release revoked and sent to jail.

The authorities claim wearing a SCRAM bracelet and undergoing alcohol treatment for at least 90 days can reduce the risk of a repeat offense. An experienced DWI lawyer can explain how these bracelets work in more detail and if you are sentenced to probation, help you to comply with the terms and conditions of your probation.

If you have been charged and need a DWI lawyer, get in touch with Thomas A. Corletta, Attorney at Law, in Rochester, NY. Call the office at (585) 546-5072 or visit their website for more information.