From: =?Windows-1252?Q?Mariel_M=E4nniste_-_JUSTDIGI?= To: "Toner, Claire" Subject: Vs: Probation, parole and home arrest Thread-Topic: Probation, parole and home arrest Thread-Index: AQKP1pCErHe0u66J1SLNA3ZacynGs7SeKfxAgAABHUI= Date: Fri, 8 May 2026 13:12:16 +0000 Message-ID: References: <4ecb3112b6ad4a718fd4f1685d29b1f5@justice-ni.gov.uk> In-Reply-To: Content-Language: et-EE X-MS-Has-Attach: X-MS-Exchange-Organization-SCL: -1 X-MS-TNEF-Correlator: X-MS-Exchange-Organization-RecordReviewCfmType: 0 msip_labels: MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_Enabled=True;MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_SiteId=8fe098d2-428d-4bd4-9803-7195fe96f0e2;MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_SetDate=2026-05-08T13:12:16.052Z;MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_Name=All Employees (unrestricted);MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_ContentBits=1;MSIP_Label_defa4170-0d19-0005-0004-bc88714345d2_Method=Standard; x-codetwoprocessed: true x-codetwo-clientsignature-inserted: true Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="_000_DU4PR02MB11381E7AF0CF8719C988E95D4F83D2DU4PR02MB11381eu_" MIME-Version: 1.0 --_000_DU4PR02MB11381E7AF0CF8719C988E95D4F83D2DU4PR02MB11381eu_ Content-Type: text/plain; charset="Windows-1252" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Hello, I am also sharing an additional overview of our electronic monitoring syste= m. Electronic monitoring can be applied in Estonia in the following cases: * as a substitute for detention during pre-trial proceedings; * as a substitute for imprisonment; * in cases of conditional release, by placing the individual under prob= ation supervision with additional obligations. There are no offence-specific restrictions in Estonia. This means that elec= tronic monitoring may be applied, for example, to individuals convicted of = drug-related offences, domestic violence offenders, or those convicted of o= rganised crime etc. GPS monitoring is used in cases where detention has been replaced with elec= tronic monitoring. It is also used for probationers who are subject to rest= raining orders or in cases where closer supervision is required. Probation = officers have the authority to decide which type of device is assigned to a= n individual, and this can be changed during case management if needed. A key feature of the Estonian system is that individuals under probation mu= st follow a personalised schedule. This means that the probation officer an= d the probationer jointly agree on a schedule for a specific period, and th= e probationer is required to adhere to it. Electronic monitoring serves as = a tool to verify whether the agreed movements and schedule are being respec= ted. With GPS devices, different approaches can be used depending on the case, s= uch as defining zones, agreeing on schedules, or setting specific movement = conditions. It is quite common for individuals under GPS monitoring to be a= llowed to move within designated areas at agreed times. It is important to keep the system as simple as possible. Our approach is b= ased on agreed schedules and movement arrangements, with probation officers= supervising compliance. From a legislative perspective, the framework has been relatively straightf= orward. General provisions for the application of electronic monitoring are= set out in the Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure (including su= bstitution of detention). More detailed regulation is provided by a specifi= c regulation (secondary legislation). When drafting the regulation, we have aimed to ensure that it remains up to= date and supports probation practice rather than restricting it. The regul= ation reflects current practice and identified challenges. I can also note = that we are currently updating the regulation, as some provisions no longer= fully meet their intended purpose. An important prerequisite for applying electronic monitoring is the consent= of the individual. This is preceded by a clear explanation of what electro= nic monitoring entails, how it restricts daily life, and what responsibilit= ies the individual must fulfil before and during its application. At the same time, it is important not to create unrealistic expectations wi= thin society. Electronic monitoring is an additional supervision tool, but = it does not solve underlying problems on its own=97it primarily restricts m= ovement. Looking back, we could have done more to explain electronic monitoring to t= he public. In recent years, we have been more open with the media and have = provided more detailed explanations. Overall, the introduction of electronic monitoring has been generally well = received. It is perceived as a restrictive measure, which has contributed t= o a relatively positive public attitude. Kind regards, Mariel M=E4nniste Adviser Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs mariel.manniste@justdigi.ee +372 5143171 ________________________________ Saatja: Mariel M=E4nniste - JUSTDIGI Saadetud: reede, 8. mai 2026 16:08 Adressaat: Toner, Claire Teema: RE: Probation, parole and home arrest Hello, As of 8 May 2026, there are a total of 98 individuals under electronic moni= toring in Estonia. * 16 individuals are subject to GPS monitoring, and 82 are monitored us= ing RF technology (home curfew). * In 2 cases, pre-trial detention has been replaced with electronic mon= itoring. * 56 individuals are conditionally released (parole). * 40 individuals are under probation supervision with electronic monito= ring as an additional obligation (behavioural control + specific obligation= ). Kind regards, Mariel M=E4nniste Adviser Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs mariel.manniste@justdigi.ee +372 5143171 From: Toner, Claire Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 10:52 AM To: info@just.ee Subject: Probation, parole and home arrest Good morning I work for the Department of Justice in Northern Ireland. I am part of a t= eam that manages the electronic monitoring of parole and pre-trial subjects= . I am looking into Estonia as the drop in prison numbers is impressive. = Would you have any data or statistics on the number of people currently bei= ng electronically monitored in Estonia for probation, parole and pre-trial = hearing? Thank you Claire Toner | Electronic Monitoring | Department of Justice Block 5| Knockview Buildings | Stormont Estate | Belfast | BT4 3SU Contact: =95 claire.toner@justice-ni.gov.uk | =95 Mob: 07889914199| --_000_DU4PR02MB11381E7AF0CF8719C988E95D4F83D2DU4PR02MB11381eu_ Content-Type: text/html; charset="Windows-1252" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable
Hello,

I am also sharing an additional overview of our electronic monitoring syste= m.
Electronic monitoring can be applied in Estonia in the following cases:
  • as a substitute for detention during pre-trial proceedings;
  • as a substitute for imprisonment;
  • in cases of conditional release, by placing the individual under probation = supervision with additional obligations.
There are no offence-specific restrictions in Estonia. This means that elec= tronic monitoring may be applied, for example, to individuals convicted of = drug-related offences, domestic violence offenders, or those convicted of o= rganised crime etc.
GPS monitoring is used in cases where detention has been replaced with elec= tronic monitoring. It is also used for probationers who are subject to rest= raining orders or in cases where closer supervision is required. Probation = officers have the authority to decide which type of device is assigned to an individual, and this can be changed= during case management if needed.
A key feature of the Estonian system is that individuals under probation mu= st follow a personalised schedule. This means that the probation officer an= d the probationer jointly agree on a schedule for a specific period, and th= e probationer is required to adhere to it. Electronic monitoring serves as a tool to verify whether the agreed= movements and schedule are being respected.
With GPS devices, different approaches can be used depending on the case, s= uch as defining zones, agreeing on schedules, or setting specific movement = conditions. It is quite common for individuals under GPS monitoring to be a= llowed to move within designated areas at agreed times.
It is important to keep the system as simple as possible. Our approach is b= ased on agreed schedules and movement arrangements, with probation officers= supervising compliance.
From a legislative perspective, the framework has been relatively straightf= orward. General provisions for the application of electronic monitoring are= set out in the Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure (including su= bstitution of detention). More detailed regulation is provided by a specific regulation (secondary legislation).
When drafting the regulation, we have aimed to ensure that it remains up to= date and supports probation practice rather than restricting it. The regul= ation reflects current practice and identified challenges. I can also note = that we are currently updating the regulation, as some provisions no longer fully meet their intended purpose= .
An important prerequisite for applying electronic monitoring is the consent= of the individual. This is preceded by a clear explanation of what electro= nic monitoring entails, how it restricts daily life, and what responsibilit= ies the individual must fulfil before and during its application.
At the same time, it is important not to create unrealistic expectations wi= thin society. Electronic monitoring is an additional supervision tool, but = it does not solve underlying problems on its own=97it primarily restricts m= ovement.
Looking back, we could have done more to explain electronic monitoring to t= he public. In recent years, we have been more open with the media and have = provided more detailed explanations.
Overall, the introduction of electronic monitoring has been generally well = received. It is perceived as a restrictive measure, which has contributed t= o a relatively positive public attitude.

Kind regards,

Mariel M=E4nniste
Adviser
Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs

mariel.manniste@justdigi.ee
+372 5143171

Saatja: Mariel M=E4nniste -= JUSTDIGI
Saadetud: reede, 8. mai 2026 16:08
Adressaat: Toner, Claire <Claire.Toner@justice-ni.gov.uk>
Teema: RE: Probation, parole and home arrest
 

Hello,

 

As of 8 May 2026, there are a total of 98 individuals under electronic m= onitoring in Estonia.

  • 16 individuals are subject to GPS monitoring, and 82 are mon= itored using RF technology (home curfew).
  • In 2 ca= ses, pre-trial detention has been replaced with electronic monitoring.
  • 56 individuals are conditionally released (parole).
  • 40 individuals are under probation supervision wit= h electronic monitoring as an additional obligation (behavioural control + = specific obligation).

 

 

 

Kind regards,

 

Mariel M=E4nniste

Adviser
Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs

mariel.manniste@justdigi.ee
+372 5143171

 

 

 

From: Toner, Claire <Claire.T= oner@justice-ni.gov.uk>
Sent: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 10:52 AM
To: info@just.ee
Subject: Probation, parole and home arrest

 

Good morning

 

I work for the Department of = Justice in Northern Ireland.  I am part of a team that manages the ele= ctronic monitoring of parole and pre-trial subjects.  I am looking int= o Estonia as the drop in prison numbers is impressive.  Would you have any data or statistics on the number of people currently be= ing electronically monitored in Estonia for probation, parole and pre-trial= hearing?

 

Thank you

 

Claire Toner | Electronic Mon= itoring | Department of Justice

Block 5| Knockview Buildings | S= tormont Estate | Belfast | BT4 3SU

Contact: * claire.toner@justice-ni.gov.uk | ( Mob: 07889914199|

 

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