Bill > SB0254

This bill requires defendants who are not deemed indigent (meaning they can afford to pay) and are ordered to wear a transdermal monitoring device or an alternative device, such as a GPS tracker or other alcohol/drug monitoring equipment, as a condition of their pretrial release or probation, to pay all associated costs, including installation, monitoring, maintenance, and operation. If a defendant fails to pay these fees within a specified timeframe, it can lead to the termination of monitoring services, and the court will be notified to hold a hearing to determine potential consequences, such as revoking bond or exploring alternative funding sources. The bill also clarifies that "alternative funding sources" generally do not include local government entities unless a specific fund is established for this purpose, and it ensures that monitoring providers are not obligated to continue services without compensation.