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 Utah, a SCRAM (Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor) device may be used as a condition of bond, probation, or parole for individuals charged with or convicted of DUI (driving under the influence) offenses. The use of SCRAM is intended to ensure that the individual abstains from alcohol consumption by monitoring their perspiration for alcohol content. If a court orders the use of a SCRAM device, the individual must wear it continuously, and any attempts to tamper with or remove the device will be detected and reported. This can lead to additional legal consequences, including potential revocation of bond or probation. Additionally, some individuals may voluntarily choose to wear a SCRAM device to demonstrate their commitment to sobriety and potentially mitigate the severity of their sentence. The specific regulations and procedures for the use of SCRAM devices in DUI/DWI cases are governed by Utah state statutes and the discretion of the court.