NSW Introduces Ankle Bracelet Monitoring for DV Offenders

Published on October 11, 2024

New South Wales has introduced electronic ankle bracelets for alleged perpetrators of severe domestic violence offences. Starting on Oct. 11, offenders granted bail will have their movements monitored around the clock using GPS technology. This significant change aims to protect victim-survivors by ensuring that law enforcement is immediately notified if an offender breaches geographic restrictions, such as entering areas where the victim lives or works. Corrective Services NSW will manage the monitoring and alert the police if a violation occurs. Deputy Premier Prue Car stated that the reforms strengthen the existing bail system. “It’s harder now for alleged domestic violence offenders to get bail. If they do, these monitoring devices ensure corrective services will be able to keep an eye on their movements,” she told reporters on Oct. 11....

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