The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution states that “excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” The purpose of this amendment is to ensure that the criminal justice system does not impose punishments that are disproportionate to the crime committed, and to protect individuals from…
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What is SCRAM and How can I get this Bracelet off of me?!
Many counties in PA are requiring those arrested for DUI to wear a SCRAM bracelet to monitor their alcohol level. SCRAM stands for Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring. The bracelets are attached to a person’s ankle and test for alcohol levels in sweat. SCRAM bracelets are very costly. Not only do they cost over $100 for installation, you…
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