Etävalvottavat

Etävalvottavat is a Finnish term that translates to "remotely supervised" or "remotely monitored" individuals. In the context of the Finnish legal and correctional system, it refers to persons who are subject to electronic monitoring as a form of penalty or conditional release. This system is primarily used for individuals convicted of less severe crimes or those serving the latter part of their sentence who are deemed suitable for release under supervision outside of a traditional correctional facility.

The primary purpose of etävalvonta is to reduce overcrowding in prisons and to facilitate the reintegration of offenders into society. It allows individuals to continue working, studying, and maintaining family ties while still being subject to restrictions and monitoring. The electronic monitoring typically involves an ankle bracelet that transmits data to a central monitoring center. This data indicates the offender's location and adherence to pre-defined curfews or geographical restrictions.

Conditions for etävalvottavat can include strict curfews, prohibitions on entering certain areas, and requirements to remain at a specified address during certain hours. Violations of these conditions can lead to sanctions, including the revocation of the remote supervision and a return to a correctional facility. The decision to grant remote supervision is made by the courts or correctional authorities based on a case-by-case assessment of the individual's risk and suitability. The system aims to provide a more cost-effective and potentially more rehabilitative alternative to incarceration for certain offenders.