http://www.safetyissues.com/site/ ©2007 Spoonlabs d.o.o. Vivvo CMS 4.0 2012-05-23T09:21:27-06:00 http://www.safetyissues.com/site/science_technology/gps_gains_bigger_role_in_fighting_crime.html 2008-05-13T02:30:00-06:00 2008-05-13T02:30:00-06:00 Staff writer for safetyissues.com Law enforcement authorities are giving an expanded role for electronic surveillance technology in crime fighting. After its initial use to track sex offenders, electronic monitoring systems are now monitoring criminals released on probation, perpetrators of violence against women, and other high-risk individuals. Its supporters say the technology can save lives. Its detractors warn that the sense of protection is illusory but the assault on civil liberties is very real.