Anna will have to wear an ankle monitor throughout her time on the competition.

Her story subsequently served as the basis for the Netflix seriesInventing Anna.

In October 2022, she began her house arrest whilecontinuingto fight to stay in the US legally.

Anna Sorokin sits on a yellow chair, wearing a long blouse and an ankle monitor

In a new interview withPeople, Anna explained how she was even legally able to participate.

Hear that, kids?

Who needs immigration reform when you might just be famous enough to get on areality show!

Julia Garner, portraying a character from the TV series "Inventing Anna," wears black glasses and a prison uniform, looking pensive

Anna Sorokin in court, wearing glasses and a black dress, appearing serious. Courtroom setting with a judge in the background

Anna Delvey and Richie Shazam exit a building, with Julia in sheer black outfit and Richie in a red outfit. Julia wears large sunglasses and carries a black bag

Anna Sorokin sits in court with her defense team and New York State court officers during her trial

Anna Sorokin stands in front of a storefront wearing a pink textured coat, patterned dress, gloves, and sunglasses, with her hair in braids

Woman walks on city sidewalk wearing a stylish, double-breasted dress with gold buttons and holding a beige handbag