Ankle bracelets are often employed by criminal courts to track a defendant’s location or monitor their alcohol consumption. Most often, these devices are included in the probation conditions for DUI offenses, but judges may also require defendants to wear ankle monitors during the trial. Depending on the charges you face, your criminal defense lawyer may recommend accepting an ankle bracelet in exchange for a reduced jail sentence. Below, learn what this device is and how it affects a court case decision. 

What Is an Ankle Monitor?

Secure continuous remote alcohol monitoring (SCRAM) devices are designed to track how much an individual drinks alcohol, without the inconvenience of the expense of random testing. Typically, these devices monitor the alcohol content of an individual’s sweat and are sensitive enough to detect alcohol after a single drink.

What Are the Pretrial Uses?

If you’ve been accused of a DUI or other alcohol-related offense, the judge may order the use of a SCRAM device to determine how much you regularly drink. Most often, these pretrial measures are used when the court has reason to doubt whether a defendant is honest about their alcohol consumption habits.

What Does Post-Conviction Monitoring Entail?

Probation allows those convicted of a DUI to avoid lengthy jail sentences, but it does come with certain conditions. If you already have DUIs on your record, the court may order you to abstain from alcohol as part of the conditions of your release. SCRAM devices ensure that those on probation adhere to the terms set by the judge. They’re especially likely to be used if the plea arrangement negotiated by your criminal defense lawyer includes completion of an alcohol abuse treatment program.

A DUI can have significant consequences that could impact your life for years to come, which is why defendants turn to the criminal defense lawyers at Peck & Peck Attorneys At Law in Hartford, CT. With over 35 years of combined experience and a steadfast dedication to their clients, you can rely on their team to provide the most aggressive legal representation possible. Visit their website or call (860) 236-4782 today to schedule a free consultation.