Exploring the Use of Electronic Monitoring for Women: An Experience Focused Approach

by Ella Holdsworth

Overview

This is the first book to explore the impact electronic monitoring has on criminal justice-involved women, analysing compliance with curfews, experiences of stigma and whether the technology encourages long-term desistance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781529242508
Publisher:	Bristol University Press
Publication date:	10/01/2026
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	192

Table of Contents

Introduction

Part 1: When Two Worlds Collide: Exploring the Developments in EM for Women

1. How We Got Here? Exploring the Development of EM for Women in England and Wales

2. Where We Are Now? The Development of EM for Women in England and Wales

Part 2: What Do We Know About Em for Women? Findings From Experience Research

3. Is EM an Effective Punishment for Women? Understanding Women’s Experiences of EM as a Punishment

4. Do Electronically Monitored Women Experience Stigma?

5. How Do Women Comply With EM?

Part 3: Where Next? Lessons for the Development of Em for Women

Conclusion