Overview, Programs
Post Conviction cases are the largest of the programs administered by the Electronic Monitoring Program accounting for 57% of our offenders being monitored. The Courts utilize this program as an alternative sentence to jail and/or a condition of probation. The offender is required to meet with a probation officer either weekly or bi-weekly to address issues, verify employment, treatment, community service, school, and other court approved activities.
Monitoring post conviction clients can utilize a combination of technologies. Most commonly offenders are monitored by radio frequency, cell units, and/or continuous alcohol monitoring. GPS technology can also be used and is determined for appropriateness by program staff and the the criminal history of the offender.
Benefits & Success
From October 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009, 3110 offenders were placed on the Program with 89% successful completion rate. With an average sentence length of 38 days, the Electronic Monitoring Program saved the Denver County Jail approximately 118,180 bed space days for that period.