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When you are placed under monitoring by a judge, you may be required to wear an ankle monitor, also known as a ankle bracelet or tether at all times. If the court has mandated that you wear an ankle monitor for any reason, you may be wondering how they work and need more information on the different types of ankle bracelets. Ankle monitors are commonly used for house arrest situations, as well as for other types of legal rulings, and they have been for many years. There are several different models of ankle monitors, but most work essentially the same way. They are electronic devices that are attached around your ankle. They are designed to be tamper resistant, waterproof and must be worn at all times. The device uses radio frequency or cellular to communicate back to the monitoring stations. If the device is tampered with or removed, authorities will be alerted. In addition, it may be programmed to limit your movement or roaming into or from certain areas. These also alert the monitoring station if you violate the permitted areas.

Generally, ankle monitors are large black devices that are affixed to your ankle. They can be rather bulky in appearance and cannot be removed. Socks, pants or other clothing typically do not interfere with transmission of the bracelet. They are generally waterproof, but can malfunction with prolonged soaking. Be sure to call your monitoring company if this happens. Some have audible and vibrate features, a person at the monitoring station may use these to warn or notify you that you have violated a area or bond condition.

If you have been required to wear an ankle monitor bracelet by the court, it is important that you listen to the usage requirements and rules. When you fail to follow the rules, such as if you step outside of the perimeter or take the device off, authorities may be dispatched to return you to custody for violations of the agreement, and this may result in legal consequences.