Why do players go to jail in Monopoly?

Players go to jail in Monopoly as a result of landing on the square marked "Go to Jail," drawing a card that directs them there, or rolling three consecutive doubles during their turn. Once in jail, players are unable to move around the board and collect rent or complete transactions the same way they could if not incarcerated unless they hold a "Get Out of Jail Free" card, pay a fine of $50, or manage to roll doubles within their next three turns. The inclusion of the jail mechanic adds a strategic layer and an element of risk to Monopoly, preventing players from advancing and potentially changing the game's dynamic by temporarily limiting their ability to participate actively in the game's real estate market.