Electronic monitoring: uses, challenges and successes

This report reviews the published literature on the uses, challenges and successes of electronic monitoring for people with convictions and on bail.


The purpose of this paper

This paper reviews the main strengths and weaknesses of electronic monitoring (EM) for offenders based on a review of the findings from a number of international and UK studies. The paper also describes how EM is used in Scotland and in other jurisdictions. 

Contact

Email: Kirsty.Campbell@gov.scot

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