Electronic Anklet Shortage in Xu Chunying Case; High Prosecutors Office Secures Supply
Taiwan's High Prosecutors Office announced it has urgently secured electronic anklets after a shortage forced a court to order a Chinese-Taiwanese spouse, Xu Chunying, to report to a police station instead of being monitored electronically in an anti-infiltration law case.
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(Central News Agency, reporter Liu Shiyi, Taipei, 10th) In the case of Chinese-Taiwanese spouse Xu Chunying, who is accused of violating the Anti-Infiltration Act, the New Taipei District Court on the 9th ordered electronic anklet monitoring, but due to insufficient inventory, it was changed to reporting to a police station. The Taiwan High Prosecutors Office stated on the 10th that electronic anklets were indeed in short supply at the time, but have now been restocked and reserved for Xu's case. It added that electronic wristbands with the same function are available as an alternative.
The Taiwan High Prosecutors Office stated on the 10th that when contacted by the New Taipei District Court, the inventory of electronic anklets in the northern region was indeed insufficient, but electronic wristbands were plentiful. It has now urgently sourced stock from central and southern Taiwan and reserved one set of electronic anklets and a case-specific mobile phone for Xu's case.
The High Prosecutors Office explained that the main reason for the shortage is that since 2025, courts and prosecutors have been using the technology equipment monitoring system extensively, leading to a shortage of electronic anklets purchased in 2021. It is currently in the process of purchasing an additional 100 sets of electronic anklets.
Furthermore, electronic wristbands are currently in ample supply and have the same functionality as anklets, generating alerts in case of tampering or escape, offering an alternative for courts and prosecutors.
The case stems from Xu Chunying being accused of knowingly reporting on Taiwan's political situation to individuals with ties to the Chinese Communist Party's united front work and following instructions to interfere in Taiwan's elections. She was indicted by prosecutors. The New Taipei District Court concluded its arguments on the 9th and is scheduled to deliver its verdict on August 11.
Xu Chunying had been detained and prohibited from communication since November last year. After the trial concluded on the 9th, the New Taipei District Court ruled that she could be released on bail of NT$2 million, with restrictions on residence, a ban on leaving the country, and a prohibition from leaving Taipei City and New Taipei City without permission. The judge ordered technology monitoring, but due to the High Prosecutors Office's Technology Equipment Monitoring Center being unable to provide an electronic anklet, the order was changed to requiring her to report to the local police station every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning. Xu Chunying completed the bail procedures and was released around 6 PM on the 9th. (Editor: Zhang Mingkun) 1150610
The Taiwan High Prosecutors Office stated on the 10th that when contacted by the New Taipei District Court, the inventory of electronic anklets in the northern region was indeed insufficient, but electronic wristbands were plentiful. It has now urgently sourced stock from central and southern Taiwan and reserved one set of electronic anklets and a case-specific mobile phone for Xu's case.
The High Prosecutors Office explained that the main reason for the shortage is that since 2025, courts and prosecutors have been using the technology equipment monitoring system extensively, leading to a shortage of electronic anklets purchased in 2021. It is currently in the process of purchasing an additional 100 sets of electronic anklets.
Furthermore, electronic wristbands are currently in ample supply and have the same functionality as anklets, generating alerts in case of tampering or escape, offering an alternative for courts and prosecutors.
The case stems from Xu Chunying being accused of knowingly reporting on Taiwan's political situation to individuals with ties to the Chinese Communist Party's united front work and following instructions to interfere in Taiwan's elections. She was indicted by prosecutors. The New Taipei District Court concluded its arguments on the 9th and is scheduled to deliver its verdict on August 11.
Xu Chunying had been detained and prohibited from communication since November last year. After the trial concluded on the 9th, the New Taipei District Court ruled that she could be released on bail of NT$2 million, with restrictions on residence, a ban on leaving the country, and a prohibition from leaving Taipei City and New Taipei City without permission. The judge ordered technology monitoring, but due to the High Prosecutors Office's Technology Equipment Monitoring Center being unable to provide an electronic anklet, the order was changed to requiring her to report to the local police station every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning. Xu Chunying completed the bail procedures and was released around 6 PM on the 9th. (Editor: Zhang Mingkun) 1150610
FAQ
What caused the electronic anklet shortage?
Since 2025, courts and prosecutors have used the technology monitoring system extensively, depleting the inventory purchased in 2021.
What is Xu Chunying's current status?
She was released on NT$2 million bail and is required to report to a police station three times a week.
Can electronic wristbands replace anklets?
Yes, they have the same function and generate alerts in case of tampering or escape, making them a viable alternative.