A Study of the Effects of Using Electronic Monitoring on Female Prisoners Receiving Parole for Narcotic Cases: A Case Study of Khaenoi Prison Camp

Abstract

This research aimed to (1) study the impact of daily life on female prisoners who received a suspended sentence for drug offenses and were equipped with Electronic Monitoring, and (2) propose suggestions for solutions to problems and reduce the impact of using Electronic Monitoring on prisoners who received a suspended sentence. This study was conducted using a qualitative research approach. The data were collected from a sample group of key informants using in-depth interviews, totaling 22 people, consisting of (1) 10 female prisoners who received a suspended sentence and were equipped with electronic devices, (2) 10 community leaders from the areas where the prisoners received a suspended sentence, and (3) 2 government officials who were responsible for the prisoners who received a suspended sentence. The results of the study found that: 1. According to the impact of daily life on female prisoners who received a suspended sentence and were equipped with electronic devices, they experienced limited employment opportunities, were limited in traveling, were excluded from society, and had an impact on their bodies. 2. In terms of suggestions for improving the use of electronic devices, there should be three improvements: the characteristics of the device, battery storage, and the expansion of the travel area to facilitate job seeking.