This article provides a thorough examination of Electronic Monitoring (EM) and GPS Tracking within the United States criminal justice system, emphasizing its evolution, significance, legal considerations, ethical dilemmas, and impact on recidivism and rehabilitation. Beginning with an overview of EM devices, including ankle bracelets and home confinement systems, the article explores their functionalities and assesses
Since the 1970s, electronic mail (email) has changed from being a rudimentary method of text-based communication between a very few computer users in military research establishments, universities, and commercial telecommunications labs, to become a highly sophisticated and widespread media form. The growth of email has helped underpin not only the rise of the Internet as
Electronic employment screening (EES) is preemployment assessment using any electronic hardware or software, including the Internet. EES is typically conducted by employers or others with whom the employer contracts. For practitioners, EES includes electronic applications, resume scanning and tracking, online interviewing and videoconferencing, and electronic database access for inquiries into applicants’ backgrounds. These background assessments
This article explores the multifaceted dimensions of electronic monitoring and home detention within the framework of the United States criminal justice system. The introduction provides a historical backdrop and defines the core concepts, while elucidating the overarching purpose and objectives behind the implementation of electronic monitoring. Section II delves into the legal foundations, examining federal
Battered women who appeal to the justice system for help are at heightened risk for abuse. To better protect domestic violence victims during the postcomplaint period, some jurisdictions use electronic monitoring (EM) technology to supervise alleged and convicted batterers and to notify victims when they may be in danger. This technology provides crime control capability
Electronic human resources management (eHR) focuses on the use of technology to maintain employee records and enhance human resources (HR) processes, including job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, performance management, and compensation. There has been an increased use of eHR systems in recent years because they are thought to (a) streamline HR processes, (b) reduce cycle