Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:In Maryland, juveniles aged 10 or older may be placed on electronic monitoring (ankle bracelets) for serious offenses, including crimes of violence, gun charges, carjacking, armed robbery, burglary, and sexual offenses. As of July 2025, the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) mandates detention for any youth arrested while already on an ankle monitor.
Crimes and Situations Qualifying for Juvenile Ankle Monitors in MD: 1. Violent Crimes & Weapons Charges: Crimes involving handguns, firearms, or acts that would be considered violent if committed by an adult. 2. Serious Felonies: Carjacking, robbery, burglary, and serious assault. 3. Sexual Offenses: Third-degree sexual offenses. 4. Pre-Trial Release Condition: Used for individuals deemed high-risk or as a condition of probation/home detention.
I'm only realizing through this incident that it is common for kids with ankle monitors to attend the regular MCPS high schools. Is this just for kids who have been convicted of petty crimes? Or is it possible that someone convicted of sexual assault or some other violent crime could be attending one of the high schools?