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Among its many goals, Executive Order 14074 calls for alternatives to jail detention for individuals awaiting case resolutions, provided they pose no flight or community danger risk. Such an alternative,...

In this blog post, we will provide a synopsis of the article “Smartphone Monitoring Today: A Survey of Applications” by the Journal of Offender Monitoring. The article looks at the...

Understanding criminogenic needs and the role they play in an individual’s reentry journey can significantly affect their success, while helping to reduce recidivism. Research1 indicates that quality interactions with clients...

The technological revolution has increased productivity and efficiency in most industries, including community corrections. While GPS and radio frequency devices still dominate most community supervision programs today, electronic monitoring (EM)...

As technology advances, there is a growing demand for electronic monitoring solutions that are both effective and sensitive to client needs. In this post, we will discuss legislature that is...

Up until the early 2000s, only one satellite was used to track a device’s location. This was because the Global Positioning System (GPS) was originally designed for military purposes to...

Alcohol consumption has been an ongoing issue with wide-ranging impacts on individuals, families, and society at large. One of the most severe consequences of alcohol misuse is the increase in...

Community corrections agencies are a vital part of the criminal justice system. Yet, they are often understaffed and underfunded due to the growing number of individuals released on probation and...

DOWNLOAD THE FACTS → Electronic monitoring (EM), often associated with ankle monitors, is a tool used in community corrections to promote accountability and compliance. While EM is highly regarded within...