An alcohol ankle monitor—also known as a SCRAM (Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor)—is an ankle bracelet consisting of two small boxes secured by a strap and worn 24 hours a day. A SCRAM monitors perspiration on the skin for alcohol content—similar to the way a breathalyzer test measures blood alcohol concentration. A SCRAM is tamper-resistant and if a person attempts to remove or tamper with it, the tampering will be detected and reported through the remote monitoring service.

A person who is out of jail on bond awaiting a DUI/DWI trial may be ordered to wear a SCRAM. And a person who has been convicted of a DUI/DWI criminal offense may be ordered to wear a SCRAM for some period of time—as a condition of probation, for example. A person convicted of a DUI/DWI criminal offense may also volunteer to wear a SCRAM in an effort to reduce the severity of the sentence.

In Connecticut, a SCRAM (Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor) device may be used as a condition of bond or probation for individuals charged with or convicted of DUI/DWI offenses. The use of such a device is typically at the discretion of the court and can be a part of pretrial release conditions or post-conviction sentencing. If ordered to wear a SCRAM, the individual must do so 24/7, and any attempt to tamper with or remove the device can result in immediate notification to the authorities and potential legal consequences. The goal of the SCRAM is to ensure continuous sobriety and compliance with court orders. In some cases, volunteering to wear a SCRAM may influence the court's sentencing decisions, potentially leading to reduced penalties. However, the specifics of how SCRAM devices are utilized and the impact on sentencing can vary based on the details of the case and the discretion of the presiding judge.