Families are warned that the incarcerated person will remain in custody or be sent back to jail unless the money is transferred immediately. Police in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, said real authorities do not demand payments over the phone for an ankle monitor, fine or release from custody. The supposed officer says the person qualifies for release under electronic monitoring but that an upfront fee must be paid first. Police said legitimate authorities do not call or text relatives demanding payment through those services for an ankle monitor, official fine or release from jail. Families should ask whether the person is actually in custody, whether a court has authorized release and whether any official payment is required.