Alberta launches ankle bracelet monitoring of ‘high risk’ offenders
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EDMONTON – Albertans convicted or accused of a crime can now be ordered to wear ankle bracelets that electronically track their movements.
Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis says it gives courts a tool to consider when determining sentencing or bail conditions, and will help combat crime.
The province says it is meant to target those who pose a public safety risk, and it comes in response to what it calls the country’s “catch-and-release” bail system.
The new monitoring, done by Alberta Correctional Services, will cost taxpayers $2.8 million the first year.
The ankle bracelets will use GPS tracking to ensure offenders do not violate their bail or community release conditions, including by visiting the residences of victims.
It follows a United Conservative Party campaign pledge to fund monitoring that dates back to 2019.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 15, 2024.