Unlocking Growth with Real-Time Inventory & Financial Dashboards

• Jonathan Allen
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• September 4, 2025
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Introduction For many justice agencies and monitoring providers, financial management and inventory tracking are often overlooked. Spreadsheets, manual logs, and outdated reports slow down operations, making it difficult to identify what’s working — and what’s wasting money. Aguardion’s real-time dashboards change the game. By offering color-coded, data-driven insights, agencies can instantly understand where their resources...

EM Direct: Delivering Turnkey Alcohol Monitoring for Small & Mid-Size Counties

• Chris Rogers
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• August 19, 2025
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Introduction Many small and mid-size counties face a common challenge: how to provide effective alcohol monitoring without overextending already limited resources. Traditional monitoring programs often require expensive infrastructure, specialized staff training, and ongoing maintenance—all of which can overwhelm agencies with modest budgets. That’s where Aguardion’s EM Direct program makes a difference. Designed as a turnkey...

The Future of EM: Trends in Legislative Policy and Technology (2025–2026)

• Jonathan Allen
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• July 19, 2025
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Introduction View Post The justice system is changing rapidly, and electronic monitoring (EM) is at the heart of this evolution. As states and counties look for ways to balance public safety, rehabilitation, and cost savings, new laws and emerging technologies are reshaping how EM programs are designed and implemented. Looking ahead to 2025–2026, agencies that...

How Device-Agnostic Electronic Monitoring Boosts Efficiency

• Jonathan Allen
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• June 19, 2025
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Introduction In today’s criminal justice system, electronic monitoring (EM) programs are a vital tool for balancing public safety with rehabilitation and cost savings. Yet, many agencies still struggle with outdated or rigid monitoring systems that only work with certain devices. This lack of flexibility can slow down operations, increase training burdens, and even create compliance...

Criminal Justice Trends in the Northeast

• Jonathan Allen
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• March 6, 2025
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The Northeast region of the United States has seen notable criminal justice trends in recent years, particularly in reducing crime rates, advancing reforms, and addressing systemic issues like incarceration for technical violations and electronic monitoring. These efforts reflect broader national debates about fairness, efficiency, and public safety. Decreasing Crime Rates The Northeast has experienced one...

Criminal Justice Trends in the Pacific Northwest

• Jonathan Allen
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• February 20, 2025
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The Pacific Northwest (PNW)—comprising states like Washington, Oregon, and Idaho—has become a hub for innovative and contentious approaches to criminal justice reform. Key themes in recent years include addressing homelessness, drug policy reform, and police accountability. Drug Policy and Its Challenges The PNW has been at the forefront of drug decriminalization efforts. For instance, Oregon’s...

Criminal Justice in the American South: Trends and Challenges

• Jonathan Allen
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• February 6, 2025
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The American South faces distinct challenges in criminal justice, shaped by its unique socio-economic and political context. With some of the highest incarceration rates in the nation, the region highlights critical issues like racial disparities, mass incarceration, and efforts toward reform. Here’s a look at key trends and reforms: Mass Incarceration and Racial Disparities The...

The Rise of Electronic Monitoring in Midwest Criminal Justice Systems

• Jonathan Allen
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• January 23, 2025
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Electronic monitoring (EM) is reshaping the landscape of criminal justice, particularly in the Midwest. This form of digital surveillance, often implemented through GPS ankle monitors or mobile apps, has emerged as a controversial tool for pretrial release, probation, and immigration supervision. Advocates argue that EM offers a less restrictive alternative to incarceration, but critics highlight...

Understanding Louisiana’s Recent Changes to Electronic Monitoring Laws

• Jonathan Allen
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• January 9, 2025
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Louisiana recently enacted significant changes to its electronic monitoring (EM) laws, aiming to standardize practices and close gaps in oversight. These changes are expected to transform how monitoring providers operate and enhance public safety through better accountability. Here’s a closer look at the developments and their implications. Key Changes in Louisiana’s Electronic Monitoring Laws 1....

Upcoming Legislative Changes and Their Impact on Electronic Monitoring Programs in the U.S.

• Jonathan Allen
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• December 26, 2024
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Electronic monitoring (EM) has become an increasingly common alternative to incarceration in the U.S. criminal justice system, raising both opportunities and significant challenges. As states seek to reform the use of this technology, upcoming legislative changes will play a pivotal role in shaping its future. Expanding Use and Criticisms of EM Over the past decade,...