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France has started using mobile GPS-based bracelets to keep track of people on probation, writes 01net. A dozen ex-convicts have been trialling the technology since June and the 12 September Official Journal has extended its application. Whereas electronic tagging was previously used for ex-prisoners freed conditionally, it can new be used for people set free under "judicial watch" after serving their time. Users have a bracelet placed on their wrist or ankle and a mobile ...

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