SCRAM
SCRAM is a 24/7 *trans-dermal alcohol-testing device that is typically court ordered for use with high-risk *DWI, offenders and/or repeat offenders. In addition, SCRAM may also be used as a stand-alone house arrest bracelet as an alternative sentence to incarceration.
The SCRAM system works well in conjunction with treatment to enforce sobriety and identify when intervention may be needed for repeat DWI clients.
SCRAM Candidates
Individuals who have one or more previous drunk driving offenses that include DWI, *DUI or have a *BAC of 0.15 or more when arrested can be found as eligible candidates for the SCRAM Program. These individuals contribute to 58% of all alcohol-related fatalities and often suffer from alcohol addiction. The behavioral problems associated with high-risk DWI offenders are often treated with SCRAM, which provides a safe and effective way to monitor sobriety.
SCRAM Testing
SCRAM uses skin perspiration to detect alcohol in 30-minute intervals without participation from the client. There are no gaps in the frequency of testing. It measures what is known as *Insensible Perspiration, which is always present on the skin.
The information collected by SCRAM is uploaded to a base station that is then transmitted to the agency monitoring the clients case. This process is done electronically and without the clients participation.
SCRAM Removal
The device is worn around the ankle at all times and is prohibited from being removed unless authorized by the court, a primary physician, or probation officer. A reasonable request to have the device removed might include an *MRI scan. Typically, however, the ankle device is never removed—even while showering.
Tampering with, or obstructing the bracelets ability to function properly is strictly prohibited. When the bracelet takes a reading every 30-minutes, it is also checking for signs of tampering.
SCRAM Installation
Rise Up Probation and Intervention Services, LLC is an agency that has the ability to install SCRAM bracelets either on Court ordered cases, Bond supervision cases, or anyone volunteering to assist them on becoming sober.
SCRAM Services
In order to help clients succeed in *sobriety and successfully manage their probation requirements, Rise Up Probation offers professional SCRAM services as follows:
SCRAM-Continuous Alcohol Monitoring: This bracelet monitors sobriety 24/7.
SCRAM-Continuous Alcohol Monitoring with House Arrest: This bracelet monitors sobriety 24/7 and allows a more structured environment as the client is restricted to place of residence.
SCRAM-Remote Breath Device: This device allows you to monitor the client’s sobriety through breath testing with facial recognition.
Please refer to www.scramsystems.com for more information concerning SCRAM.
Rise Up Probation is currently offering SCRAM services in Lincoln County as well as surrounding counties. Please contact 844-574-7387 to learn more about particular case options pertaining to SCRAM.
Terminology
Transdermal: through the skin (perspiration samples)
DUI/DWI: Driving Under the Influence or Driving While Intoxicated wherein the individual is found to have alcohol in his/her system while operating a motor vehicle.
BAC: Blood Alcohol Concentration which is the amount of alcohol in a person’s blood.
Insensible Perspiration: perspiration that evaporates from the body surface.
MRI: Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Sobriety: abstinence from any mind altering substances.
