Articles & Insights

‘No Cash Bail’ Law Becomes First of its Kind in Illinois

Illinois is the first US State to abolish cash bail payments for arrested individuals who are waiting to stand trial. Could this increase electronic monitoring?

States with Ignition Interlock Compliance Laws Note Lower Rates of Repeat DUI Offenses

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), 31 percent of all fatal crashes in 2021 were caused by alcohol-impaired drivers. In fact, repeat DUI offenders are more likely to be involved in DUI-related fatal crashes than first-time offenders. In order to combat this problem, all 50 states have adopted ignition interlock device (IID) programs, which aim to prevent individuals that have consumed alcohol from driving. Repeat DUI offenders are more likely to be involved in fatal crashes. States with ignition interlock compliance laws see lower rates of DUI recidivism.

SCRAM Ally: Providing Critical Information for Additional Client Insights

The SCRAM Ally Victim Notification mobile app offers immediate notification when a SCRAM GPS client has entered into the victim's exclusion zone.

The Most Dangerous U.S. States for Drunk Driving

Different states and regions of the country see varying rates of DUI arrests and drunk driving fatalities. Where does your state rank for drunk driving danger?

New Texas Law Makes Cutting off Ankle Monitors a Crime

The new Texas Senate Bill SB 1004 law creates an additional felony for individuals who tamper with or cut off their ankle monitor.

20 Years of Making a Difference with SCRAM CAM®

SCRAM CAM celebrates 20 years of monitoring clients for alcohol consumption and supporting them on the road to recovery and long-term sobriety.

SCRAM Ally: Perspectives of a Victim Advocate and Prosecutor

More Flexibility with SCRAM GPS Exclusion Zones

SCRAM GPS exclusion zone schedules allow officers to customize when GPS clients can enter specific areas—saving time by only providing necessary alerts.

PAS International Systems—Innovative Testing Technology for Any Situation

SCRAM Systems offers PAS Systems International products—innovative and affordable alcohol testing and drug screening for law enforcement, schools, and more.

Gain More Insight with SCRAM Ally® Pursuit Mode

SCRAM Ally Pursuit Mode provides supervising authorities visibility into the location of a GPS client and the corresponding victim—at the same time.

SCRAM Nexus Evolves into a Dynamic Case Management System

With an extended set of features, SCRAM Nexus® Case has moved beyond the traditional case management system, focusing on client outcomes and supervision.

New Colorado SB22-055 Requires Continuous Alcohol Monitoring for Repeat DUI Offenders

Beginning in January 2023, Colorado SB22-055 will require at least 90 days of continuous alcohol monitoring for those sentenced to probation following a felony offense or third or subsequent offense for DUI, DUI per se, or DWAI. Beginning January 2023, Colorado SB22-055 will require 90+ days of continuous alcohol monitoring for a third or subsequent offense for DUI or DWAI.