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House arrest is a form of detention applied to common criminal cases. Authorities confine the offender to his or her residence, either restrict or forbid travel, and monitor the movements of the offender.
Terms
The terms of house arrest vary, but violations like unauthorized travel may result in the arrest of the offender and confinement to jail.
Alternative to Prison
House arrest may be applied in juvenile cases or in less serious cases for which prison time does not seem appropriate, but some deterrent is still needed to discourage re-offending.
Electronic Surveillance
The offender may have to wear an electronic sensor, usually in the form of an ankle monitor that records any travel outside allowed boundaries and summons the authorities.
Monitoring
The offender must also keep regular contact with a probation officer and security guards who help enforce the terms of the house arrest.
Allowed Movements
The terms of house arrest may allow eligible offenders to look for or hold a job, visit family, go to rehabilitation, exercise facilities, court, health providers, and even to shop for house supplies.
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