Home detention is a legal alternative to incarceration that allows individuals to serve their sentences at home instead of in a prison. This arrangement is often used for non-violent offenders or those who pose a low risk to society. Participants typically wear electronic monitoring devices to ensure compliance with the terms of their detention. During home detention, individuals must adhere to specific rules, such as curfews and restrictions on visitors. Violating these conditions can result in penalties, including a return to prison. This approach aims to reduce overcrowding in prisons while allowing offenders to maintain family connections and employment.