LAC 22:III.9103. Definitions

A. The following terms as used in these policies and procedures, unless the context otherwise requires or unless redefined by a particular part hereof, shall have the following meanings. Alert Notifications—timely and automated messages or signals generated by an electronic monitoring system in response to specific events or violations, such as tampering with monitoring equipment, entry into exclusion zones, or low battery levels, which are promptly or automatically transmitted to authorizing entities. Authorizing Entity—an official body or individual empowered by law or regulation to grant approval, permission, or authorization related to the implementation, oversight, or enforcement of electronic monitoring, including judges, law enforcement agencies, parole boards, and any other designated authority responsible for issuing orders, directives, or approvals concerning electronic monitoring activities. Electronic Monitoring Equipmentany device or system used to track and supervise individuals, typically employing GPS technology or radio frequency signals to monitor location, movements, and activities, aiding in compliance and public safety efforts. Electronic Monitoring Service Providerany person or entity who provides electronic monitoring services for the purpose of monitoring, tracking, or supervising pretrial or post-conviction persons within the state (herein “provider(s)”).Simultaneous Accessthe provision of immediate and concurrent availability to authorizing entities to access monitoring records or information held by an electronic monitoring service provider, ensuring real-time and synchronized retrieval of data for investigative, judicial, or enforcement purposes. Monitored Individualan individual subject to electronic supervision through the use of electronic monitoring equipment, typically as part of a court order, probation, parole, or other form of legal or administrative oversight.