Manitoba bringing back ankle monitors for bail
Ankle monitors are returning to Manitoba for people out on bail.
Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced Wednesday that the province will use the electronic monitoring program to monitor people arrested and accused of crimes.
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"When the courts decide to release an individual on bail, electronic monitoring is a tool that can be used to ensure they are following the conditions of their release and prevent the type of chronic, repeat offending that is so frustrating and damaging to public safety,” Wiebe said in a news release.
The former Progressive Conservative government cut the program in 2017.
The ankle monitor includes GPS technology, 24/7 monitoring, and uses voice, audio and vibration commands. Loud alerts can be triggered if someone goes into an area they aren't allowed to enter.
The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS), who said it is concerned with the number of people breaching release conditions, is welcoming the monitors.
"We are hopeful that this tool will help hold people accountable to their release conditions. The public expects this,” WPS acting chief Arthur Stannard said in a release.
The province is spending $2.9 million over two years for the program, and can continue if it's successful, Wiebe said.
'Risk further criminalizing our people': AMC concerned about plan
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs has expressed concern about the electronic monitoring program, saying there are 'significant' implications for First Nations people, who are already overrepresented in the justice system.
“We know the multitude of reasons why people commit theft: poverty, addiction, and lack of employment opportunities,” said Grand Chief Cathy Merrick. “Addressing these underlying issues should be the priority, rather than expanding surveillance measures that risk further criminalizing our people.”
Other concerns Merrick shared include monitoring in remote communities where the Internet may not be as strong and whether the monitors will assist with the restorative justice focus for First Nations communities.
Merrick said the AMC wants to see the program re-evaluated and will continue to monitor it as it is implemented.
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