FCC Web Documents citing 2.815

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  • 2007 By the Regional Director, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000) to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy Electronics (``Vance''), for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). On March 22, 2006, the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') in the amount of $14,000 to Vance for offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers and external RF power amplifiers in Ontario, California. In this Order, we affirm the findings of the Los Angeles Office.
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  • Section 15.3(p) of the Rules defines a ``kit'' as ``[a]ny number of electronic parts, usually provided with a schematic diagram or printed circuit board, which, when assembled in accordance with instructions, results in the a device subject to the regulations in this part, even if additional parts of any type are required to complete assembly.'' But see 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.815(c) (prohibiting the manufacture and marketing of specific amplifier kits that do not meet equipment authorization requirements) and 15.25 (specifying equipment authorization requirements for TV interface devices marketed as kits). See Leslie D. Brewer, Forfeiture Order, 15 FCC Rcd 9999 (Enf. Bur. 2000) (the sale and shipment of an assembled, unauthorized kit violates Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)
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  • that it marketed several Cybermax amplifier models for ``export only,'' but denied being the manufacturer of these models, claiming that these models consisted of third-party modules that Inter Tech incorporated into casings. Inter Tech did not, however, state whether the Cybermax amplifiers it marketed or the modules incorporated therein were certified in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 2.815(b) of the Rules. In its First Response, Inter Tech failed to provide sufficient evidence that the transmitters and amplifiers marketed under the trade name Cybermax were authorized. Accordingly, the Division issued a follow-up LOI on July 10, 2008, requesting further information about the Cybermax product line. In its July 23, 2008 response to the follow-up Second LOI, Inter Tech stated
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  • Concepts 305 South Bartlett Road Streamwood, IL 60107 Re: File No. EB-08-SE-095 Dear Mr. Hoppe: This is an official CITATION, issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Progressive Concepts (``Progressive'') for marketing in the United States unauthorized external radio frequency (``RF'') amplifiers in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). As explained below, future violations of the Commission's Rules in this regard may subject your company to monetary forfeitures. In February 2008, the Enforcement Bureau received a complaint alleging possible sale of unauthorized equipment by Progressive in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act. On March 7, 2008, staff from the Enforcement Bureau's Spectrum Enforcement
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • is an official CITATION issued pursuant to section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Communications Act''), to Gary L. Stanford, d.b.a. Spark Gap CB Shop (``Spark Gap CB'') for marketing in the United States unauthorized radio frequency devices and external radio frequency power amplifiers in violation of section 302(b) of the Communications Act, and sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's rules (``Rules''). Spark Gap CB should take immediate steps to come into compliance and to avoid any recurrence of this misconduct. As explained below and as provided in the Communications Act, future violations of the Rules in this regard may subject you to substantial monetary penalties, seizure of equipment, and criminal sanctions. background On November 1, 2010,
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  • * * US267 In the band 902-928 MHz, amateur radio stations shall transmit on the frequency segments 902.0-902.4, 902.6-904.3, 904.7-925.3, 925.7-927.3, and 927.7-928.0 MHz within the States of Colorado and Wyoming, bounded by the area of latitude 39 deg. N. to 42 deg. N. and longitude 103 deg. W. to 108 deg. W. * * * * * 2. Section 2.815 is amended by removing paragraphs (d) and (e), and revising paragraphs (b) and (c) to read as follows: § 2.815 External radio frequency power amplifiers. * * * * * (b) After April 27, 1978, no person shall manufacture, sell or lease, offer for sale or lease (including advertising for sale or lease), or import, ship, or distribute for the
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  • 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Memorandum Opinion and Order (``Order''), we deny The Two Way Shop's Petition for Reconsideration of the $7,000 Forfeiture Order that we issued to it on April 7, 2000. The Two Way Shop willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules by offering linear amplifiers for sale. 2. In a letter dated May 3, 2000, the Two Way Shop responded to the Forfeiture Order. We will treat the May 3, 2000 letter as a Petition for Reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order. 3. The Two Way Shop raises one new issue in its Petition for Reconsideration. It alleges
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  • Unlicensed Operation Hormigonera Chaparro Inc. Aguada, PR. $5,000 NAL. San Juan, PR Resident Agent Office (9/26/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocations and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.803 - Marketing of Radio Frequency Devices Prior to Equipment Authorization Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us., Pineville LA. $7,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 (External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/28/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 17 - Construction, Marking and Lighting of Antenna Structures 47 C.F.R. § 17.4 - Antenna Structure Registration Natchez Communications, Inc., Natchez, MS. $16,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 17.50 (Cleaning and Repainting). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/7/00). 47 C.F.R. § 17.51 - Time When
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  • ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) File Number EB-00-OR-104 NAL/Acct. No. X3262010 FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: December 28, 2000 Released: December 29, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us, for willfully violating Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by marketing an unauthorized external frequency power amplifier. On September 28, 2000, the Commission's New Orleans, Louisiana Field Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us. Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us has not filed a response. Based on
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  • by Cellular Systems Northwest, Inc. (``Northwest''). Northwest seeks reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order released March 15, 1999, in which the former Compliance and Information Bureau (``Bureau'') found it liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $7,000 for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act'') and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``the Rules'') relating to the sale of transmitting equipment. For the reasons discussed below, we deny the petition for reconsideration and affirm the monetary forfeiture of $7,000. BACKGROUND 2. Northwest is a consumer electronics dealer in Enumclaw, Washington. On July 9, 1997, Northwest sold and offered to sell external radio frequency power amplifiers -- commonly known
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  • 6, 2000 Released: April 7, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against the Two Way Shop (``Two Way'') for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). These violations involve Two Way's offer for sale of linear amplifiers capable of operation in the 26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequency band. On July 14, 1999, the Commission's Seattle, Washington, Field Office, issued the referenced Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars
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  • (EAs) Must Be Prepared Salem Media of Colorado, Inc. Lafayette, Colorado. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310 (Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Limits), 11.35 (Equipment Operations Readiness), 11.61 (Tests of EAS Procedures), 73.1820 (Station Log) and 73.1870 (Chief Operator). Denver, CO District Office (5/18/01). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocation and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 - External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers C & R Electronic CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). Specialty Electronics & CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). 47
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  • FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: October 19, 2004 Released: October 21, 2004 By the Assistant Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop, for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted violations involve Paladen's sale of Citizens Band external radio frequency power amplifiers. On May 27, 2004, the District Director of the Commission's Detroit, Michigan Field Office (``Detroit Office'') issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') in the amount of $7,000 to Paladen. Paladen has not filed a response to
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  • of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted violation involves Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver. II. BACKGROUND On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale. One
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  • of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted violation involved Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver. II. BACKGROUND On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non-FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale. One of
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  • By the Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau: introduction In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find Ramsey Electronics, Inc. (``Ramsey''), apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a) and (g) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted apparent violations involve Ramsey's marketing of two models of unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and two models of external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers (``amplifiers''). background The Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') obtained information indicating that Ramsey was apparently marketing unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and RF amplifiers in the United States. The Bureau subsequently began an
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  • By the Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau: introduction In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find Ramsey Electronics, Inc. (``Ramsey''), apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a) and (g) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted apparent violations involve Ramsey's marketing of two models of unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and two models of external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers (``amplifiers''). background The Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') obtained information indicating that Ramsey was apparently marketing unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and RF amplifiers in the United States. The Bureau subsequently began an
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  • dismiss as untimely a November 26, 2004 Petition for Reconsideration filed by Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop (``Paladen'') of the Enforcement Bureau's (``Bureau'') Forfeiture Order, released October 21, 2004, assessing a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). The noted violations involve Paladen's illegal marketing of external radio frequency power amplifiers (``linear amplifiers'') capable of operating in the Citizens Band (``CB'') Radio Service. II. BACKGROUND Field agents from the Commission's Detroit, Michigan, Field Office (``Detroit Office'') conducted an investigation on July 24, 2003, and found that Paladen was offering for sale
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  • Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of twenty-one thousand dollars ($21,000) to Wesley Noe, d.b.a. GI Joe's Radio Electronics and GI Joe's CB Radio (collectively referred to herein as ``GI Joe's'') for willfully and repeatedly violating Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers and external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers. BACKGROUND On April 19, 2006, the Detroit Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of $21,000 to GI Joe's. In the NAL, the Detroit Office found that GI Joe's apparently willfully and
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  • C. Olson. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Russell Monie, Jr. Regional Director, Northeast Region Enforcement Bureau 47 U.S.C. § 302(b). 47 C.F.R § 2.803 (a)(1). See Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 (``Citation''). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission,
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  • 2007 By the Regional Director, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000) to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy Electronics (``Vance''), for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). On March 22, 2006, the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') in the amount of $14,000 to Vance for offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers and external RF power amplifiers in Ontario, California. In this Order, we affirm the findings of the Los Angeles Office.
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  • Section 15.3(p) of the Rules defines a ``kit'' as ``[a]ny number of electronic parts, usually provided with a schematic diagram or printed circuit board, which, when assembled in accordance with instructions, results in the a device subject to the regulations in this part, even if additional parts of any type are required to complete assembly.'' But see 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.815(c) (prohibiting the manufacture and marketing of specific amplifier kits that do not meet equipment authorization requirements) and 15.25 (specifying equipment authorization requirements for TV interface devices marketed as kits). See Leslie D. Brewer, Forfeiture Order, 15 FCC Rcd 9999 (Enf. Bur. 2000) (the sale and shipment of an assembled, unauthorized kit violates Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)
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  • statements. PART 2-FREQUENCY ALLOCATIONS AND RADIO TREATY MATTERS; GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS SUBPART I-MARKETING OF RADIOFREQUENCY DEVICES Brief Description: The rules in part 2, subpart I, define radiofrequency devices and specify the requirements for marketing of such devices. Section 2.807 restates certain exemptions specified in section 302 (c) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended. Sections 2.811, 2.813 and 2.815 specify special requirements for specific devices. Need: These rules provide exemption for certain transmitters and amplifiers as required by the Act or are under close control of the licensed user. Legal Basis: 47 U.S.C. 154, 302a, 302c, 303, and 336. Section Number and Title: 2.807 Statutory exceptions. 2.811 Transmitters operated under part 73 of this chapter. 2.813 Transmitters operated in
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  • him from marketing this device; and that he is unable to pay the proposed forfeiture. II. BACKGROUND , which marketed both uncertified CB transceivers, specifically Galaxy Model DX 99V, and uncertified radio frequency power amplifiers. On February 14, 2007, the Los Angeles Office issued a Citation to Pace for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Rules for selling non-certified CB transceivers. The Citation warned Pace that future violations may subject Pace to civil monetary forfeitures not to exceed $11,000 for each violation or each day of a continuing violation, seizure of equipment through in rem forfeiture action, and criminal sanctions including fines and imprisonment. On March 6, 2007, Pace replied to the Citation
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  • that it marketed several Cybermax amplifier models for ``export only,'' but denied being the manufacturer of these models, claiming that these models consisted of third-party modules that Inter Tech incorporated into casings. Inter Tech did not, however, state whether the Cybermax amplifiers it marketed or the modules incorporated therein were certified in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 2.815(b) of the Rules. In its First Response, Inter Tech failed to provide sufficient evidence that the transmitters and amplifiers marketed under the trade name Cybermax were authorized. Accordingly, the Division issued a follow-up LOI on July 10, 2008, requesting further information about the Cybermax product line. In its July 23, 2008 response to the follow-up Second LOI, Inter Tech stated
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  • Concepts 305 South Bartlett Road Streamwood, IL 60107 Re: File No. EB-08-SE-095 Dear Mr. Hoppe: This is an official CITATION, issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Progressive Concepts (``Progressive'') for marketing in the United States unauthorized external radio frequency (``RF'') amplifiers in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). As explained below, future violations of the Commission's Rules in this regard may subject your company to monetary forfeitures. In February 2008, the Enforcement Bureau received a complaint alleging possible sale of unauthorized equipment by Progressive in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act. On March 7, 2008, staff from the Enforcement Bureau's Spectrum Enforcement
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • ``[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures.'' A ``[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs.'' 47 C.F.R § 74.801 47 C.F.R § 74.870. 47 C.F.R § 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R §§ 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. § 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. §§ 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. § 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. § 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • is an official CITATION issued pursuant to section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Communications Act''), to Gary L. Stanford, d.b.a. Spark Gap CB Shop (``Spark Gap CB'') for marketing in the United States unauthorized radio frequency devices and external radio frequency power amplifiers in violation of section 302(b) of the Communications Act, and sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's rules (``Rules''). Spark Gap CB should take immediate steps to come into compliance and to avoid any recurrence of this misconduct. As explained below and as provided in the Communications Act, future violations of the Rules in this regard may subject you to substantial monetary penalties, seizure of equipment, and criminal sanctions. background On November 1, 2010,
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  • assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. David P. Pace, Jr. d.b.a. Pacetronics / Pace Marketing is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • ) Stephen Fowler ) d/b/a Exports R Us ) File No. EB-00-OR-104 Pineville, Louisiana ) NAL/Acct.No. X3262010 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE By the Enforcement Bureau, New Orleans Field Office: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture, we find that Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us (``Exports R Us'') has apparently violated Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by marketing an unauthorized external radio frequency power amplifier. We conclude that Exports R Us is apparently liable for forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. Exports R Us operates an Internet Web site offering numerous external radio frequency power amplifiers for sale. The Internet Web address for this site
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  • ) File No. EB-03-DT-742 ) Austintown, Ohio ) Citation No. C20043236001 CITATION Released: October 21, 2003 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Consumer Electronics Service, Inc. (``Consumer Electronics'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office of the Federal Communications Commission (``FCC'') inspected radio transmitting equipment at Consumer Electronics, 5407 Mahoning Avenue, Austintown, Ohio. They found two models of a Citizens Band radiofrequency amplifier (``linear'') for sale, in violation of the FCC's marketing Rules. The linears were a Matco 225 Plus and
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  • Shop ) ) Citation No. C20043236002 North Jackson, Ohio ) CITATION Released: October 31, 2003 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Paliden Communications D/B/A The CB Shop (``Paliden'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office of the Federal Communications Commission (``FCC'') inspected radio transmitting equipment at Paliden, 12274 Mahoning Avenue, Suite 14, North Jackson, Ohio. They found one model of a Citizens Band radiofrequency amplifier (``linear'') for sale, in violation of the FCC's marketing Rules. The linear was a Palomar Deluxe
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  • had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Jonathan Edward Stone d.b.a. Omnitronics / Pacetronics is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • of such devices even when the purchaser(s) had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Palco is hereby warned that Section 302(b) of the Act and Section 2.815(c) of the Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and 35 MHz.
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  • purchaser(s) had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Lamont Davidson d.b.a. Walcott CB Sales, Inc. is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • ) Pinconning, Michigan ) Citation No. C20043236004 ) CITATION Released: April 13, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales & Service (``Gambler's'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). On April 9, 2004, Gambler's offered for sale at their store located at 4671 North Huron Road, Pinconning, Michigan, the following non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers: NAME MODEL COST Ranger RCI 2970 DX $449.95 Ranger RCI 2980 WX $449.95 Ranger RCI 2985 DX $479.95 Ranger RCI 6300 F $329.95 Galaxy DX33HML $198.95 Galaxy DX48T $419.95
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  • the purchaser(s) had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 6. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Gary Linder, owner of Appalachia Electronics C.B. Shop, is warned that Section 302(b) and Section 2.815(c)6 of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance or (Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b)7 of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • ) NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Released: May 27, 2004 By the District Director, Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Paladen Communications, Inc. a/k/a CB Shop (``Paladen''), has apparently violated Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act''), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by offering for sale Citizens Band (``CB'') external radio frequency power amplifiers (``linears''). We conclude that Paladen is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office visited Paladen at 12274 Mahoning Avenue, Suite 14, North Jackson,
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  • OK 74063 and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: August 6, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Messrs. Brandon Smith and John Jackson d.b.a. Wholesale CB Radio for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules. , Smith & Jackson Inc., 1032 N. Birch, Sand Springs, OK 74063 listed as the administrative and technical contact. Furthermore, on July 29, 2004, Messrs. Brandon Smith and John Jackson d.b.a. Wholesale CB Radio through the Internet site www.wholesalecbradio.com (with an address currently listed on the site as ``Wholesale CB Radio, 5320 North Hwy 97, Sand
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  • that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Chester J. Massie, Jr. / H and Y Electrical Supply Company, Inc. is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • OK 74578 and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: November 2, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Mr. Jason Lawrence / Total Communications / CB Radio Trader for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name cbradiotrader.com is registered to Total Communications, P.O. Box 761, Wilburton, OK 74578 with Jason Lawrence, 909 West Main, Wilburton, OK 74578 listed as the administrative and billing contact. Furthermore, on August 10, 2004, Mr. Jason Lawrence / Total Communications / CB Radio Trader,
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  • Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: October 29, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Barbara A. Karolides / David C. Rose / Pink Lightning Chrome & CB's, Inc. for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name pinklightning.com is registered to BigRig Chrome, 526 Smith Lane, Tullahoma, TN 37388 with Andy Beckman, Chrome Helmet Music, 526 Smith Ln, Tullahoma, TN 37388 listed as the administrative and technical contact. Furthermore, on August 25, 2004, Barbara A. Karolides, David C. Rose and
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  • that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Clay Allen Thompson / Clay Thompson, Inc., d.b.a. Clay's Little Radio Shop are warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • IL 60185 Return Receipt Requested and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: December 6, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Carl C. Curatola d.b.a. 1 Stop Electronics for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name 1stopelectronics.com is registered to 1 Stop, Carl C., 1879 N. Neltnor, West Chicago, IL 60185 with an e-mail address listed as xforce151@aol.com. On July 1, 2004, the State of Illinois dissolved the corporation 1 Stop Electronics, Inc. where Carl Curatola was listed as
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  • Receipt requested and Soap Lake, WA 98851 First Class mail CITATION Citation No.: C20043298002 Released: May 7, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Seattle Office 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of The Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to The Quack Shack, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, 2 Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Seattle Office revealed that on May 4, 2004, you offered for sale through your Internet site thequackshack.com, non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX series, Amateur service transceivers, namely, RCI Models- (modifiable) for CB use, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) for
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  • (``CB'') transceiver. We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Act, that Hightech is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. On December 13, 2004, the Tampa Office received a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non FCC certified devices by Hightech at its shop. On February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited
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  • EB-04-LA-133 Citation No.: C20053290006 CITATION Released: June 28, 2005 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Commission's Los Angeles Office revealed that on June 28, 2005, you offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX series, Amateur service transceivers, namely, RCI Models- (modifiable) for CB use, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) for CB use. According to
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  • Jolley ) ) Citation No.: C20063248001 Sparta, Tennessee 38583 ) CITATION Released: October 14, 2005 By the District Director, Atlanta Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Chad Jolley for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) and (c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Investigation by the Commission's Atlanta Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Atlanta Office'') revealed that on August 2, 2005, Mr. Jolley offered for sale in the Beavis CB & PC Shop the following twenty-eight (28) non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers: NAME /MODEL PRICE Magnum S-3 $255.00 Magnum S-9 $350.00 Galaxy 95T $489.95 Galaxy 93T
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  • EB-05-PO-183 Citation No.: C20063292001 CITATION Released: October 31, 2005 By the Resident Agent, Portland Resident Agent Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Bradley Lynn Kinney, d/b/a Primerush CB Shop, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Commission's Portland Office revealed that on September 29, 2005, you offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, General Model Lee, Magnum Model S-6, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers, namely Power Devil and Palomar Model Elite 250HD for CB use. According to the Commission's records, these
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  • Released: March 22, 2006 By the District Director, Los Angeles Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: INTRODUCTION In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a/ CB Candy Electronics (Vance) in Ontario, California, apparently willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers and external RF power amplifiers. We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Act, that Vance is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000). BACKGROUND On June 28, 2005, an agent from the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office visited the
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  • C. Olson 4400 MacArthur Blvd. Suite 230 Newport Beach, California 92660 47 U.S.C. § 302(b). 47 C.F.R § 2.803 (a)(1). 47 U.S.C. § 503(b). Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 (``Citation''). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler's for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. §§ 501, 503(b), 510. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson,
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  • C. Olson 4400 MacArthur Blvd. Suite 230 Newport Beach, California 92660 47 U.S.C. § 302(b). 47 C.F.R § 2.803 (a)(1). 47 U.S.C. § 503(b). Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 (``Citation''). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler's for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. §§ 501, 503(b), 510. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson,
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  • Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Wesley (``Wes'') Noe, d.b.a. GI Joe's Radio Electronics and GI Joe's CB Radio (collectively referred to herein as ``GI Joe's'') apparently willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 as amended, (``Act''), and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers and external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers. Specifically, Noe willfully and repeatedly violated Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Rules by offering for sale non-certified CB transceivers and RF power amplifiers on the GI Joe's Radio Electronics' web site. Noe also willfully violated
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  • File No.: EB-05-LA-308 Citation No.: C20063290004 CITATION Released: May 10, 2006 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to CB & Ham Radio Shop, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office revealed that on April 13, 2006, CB & Ham Radio Shop offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX88 & DX99 modified for CB use, and Texas Star External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers for CB use. According to Commission's
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  • No.: EB-06-LA-252 Citation No.: C20073290012 CITATION Released: February 14, 2007 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to David Pace Jr., d/b/a 4:13 Electronics for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles District Office revealed that on December 7, 2006, David Pace Jr., d/b/a 4:13 Electronic, offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers, namely, Galaxy Model DX 99V and external power amplifiers, namely, Texas Star 250 HDV, 400V and 667V, and others. According to the Commission's records,
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  • Oklahoma 73075 ) CITATION Released: September 29, 2006 By the District Director, Dallas Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Stephen L. Tork d.b.a. Hotshot CB II (``Stephen L. Tork'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Investigation by the Commission's Dallas Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Dallas Office'') revealed that on July 21, 2006, Stephen L. Tork offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers, namely, Galaxy models DX55V and DX48T, Superstar model 121, General model AP Hill, and Northpoint model NT-9-HP. These transceivers did not have FCC ID
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  • By the District Director, Dallas Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Cindy Tork, Stephen L. Tork, Fred Cordell, Kimla Cordell d.b.a. CBs At Their Best (``CBs At Their Best'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Investigation by the Commission's Dallas Office of the Enforcement Bureau revealed that on July 19, 2006, CBs At Their Best, through the use of internet website www.cbsattheirbest.net, offered for sale thirty non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers as follows: Brand Model Price Connex 3300 $185.00 Connex 3300HP $220.00 Connex 3300LEHP $230.00 Connex 3300Patriot $230.00
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  • ) Salem, Oregon 97302 ) ) CITATION Released: February 23, 2007 By the Resident Agent, Portland Resident Agent Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Michael T. Kersnowski d/b/a RadioActive Radio for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Investigation by the Commission's Portland Resident Agent Office of the Enforcement Bureau revealed that on November 28, 2006, RadioActive Radio, through the use of internet website www.RadioActiveRadios.com, offered for sale forty-four non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers as follows: Brand Model Connex 3300 HP Connex 4600 Turbo Connex 4300 HP 300 Connex 4300 HP
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  • Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office revealed that Pace was operating an Internet-based store, via an Internet website www.pacetronics.com, which marketed both uncertified CB transceivers, specifically Galaxy Model DX 99V, and uncertified radio frequency power amplifiers. On February 14, 2007, the Los Angeles Office issued a Citation to Pace for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Rules for selling non-certified CB transceivers. The Citation warned Pace that future violations may subject Pace to civil monetary forfeitures not to exceed $11,000 for each violation or each day of a continuing violation, seizure of equipment through in rem forfeiture action, and criminal sanctions including fines and imprisonment. On March 6, 2007, Pace replied to the Citation
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  • the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). BACKGROUND , which marketed both non-certified CB transceivers, specifically Galaxy models DX99V and DX66V (also know as Galaxy 99V and Galaxy 66V, respectively), and non-certified external radio frequency power amplifiers. On February 23, 2007, the Portland Office issued a Citation to Kersnowski for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Rules for selling non-certified CB transceivers and external radio frequency power amplifiers. The Citation warned Kersnowski that future violations may subject Kersnowski to civil monetary forfeitures not exceed $11,000 for each violation or each day of a continuing violation, seizure of equipment through in rem forfeiture action, and criminal sanctions including fines and imprisonment. In a
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  • that copies of this Citation shall be sent by First Class U.S. Mail and Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested to Dad's Travel Center at his address of record and the address of record. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Binh Nguyen Resident Agent Portland Resident Agent Office Western Region Enforcement Bureau 47 U.S.C. § 503(b)(5). 47 U.S.C. § 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. §§ 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), 2.815(c). Section 95.655(a) of the rules states: ``[CB] Transmitters with frequency capability for the Amateur Radio Services....will not be certificated.'' 47 C.F.R. § 95.655(a). See also Amendment of the Part 95, Subpart E, Technical Regulations in the Personal Radio Services Rules, 3 FCC Rcd 5032 (1988). 47 C.F.R. § 1.80(b)(3). 47 U.S.C. §§ 401, 501, 503, 510. 47 U.S.C. §
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  • District Director, Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), to Phillip Symonds and Darda Troyer d.b.a. Flat River Discount Electronics and Hi-Delite Restaurant, Inc. (referred to herein jointly as ``Flat River'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). Investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Detroit Office revealed that, on July 10, 2008, Flat River offered for sale the following non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers at its store in Greenville, Michigan: Ranger Model RCI 2950; Galaxy Model DX44V; Connex Model 3300. According to the Commission's records, these devices have not received an FCC
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  • * * US267 In the band 902-928 MHz, amateur radio stations shall transmit on the frequency segments 902.0-902.4, 902.6-904.3, 904.7-925.3, 925.7-927.3, and 927.7-928.0 MHz within the States of Colorado and Wyoming, bounded by the area of latitude 39 deg. N. to 42 deg. N. and longitude 103 deg. W. to 108 deg. W. * * * * * 2. Section 2.815 is amended by removing paragraphs (d) and (e), and revising paragraphs (b) and (c) to read as follows: § 2.815 External radio frequency power amplifiers. * * * * * (b) After April 27, 1978, no person shall manufacture, sell or lease, offer for sale or lease (including advertising for sale or lease), or import, ship, or distribute for the
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  • watts peak envelope power (PEP). * * * * US267 In the band 902-928 MHz, amateur radio stations shall transmit only on the frequency segments 902.0-902.4, 902.6-904.3, 904.7-925.3, 925.7-927.3, and 927.7-928.0 MHz within the States of Colorado and Wyoming, bounded by the area of latitude 39°N. to 42°N. and longitude 103°W. to 108°W. * * * * * 2. Section 2.815 is amended by removing paragraphs (c), (d), and (e) and the notes to paragraphs (b) and (c), and revising paragraph (b) to read as follows: § 2.815 External radio frequency power amplifiers. * * * * * (b) No person shall manufacture, sell or lease, offer for sale or lease (including advertising for sale or lease) or import, ship or
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  • watts peak envelope power (PEP). * * * * US267 In the band 902-928 MHz, amateur radio stations shall transmit only on the frequency segments 902.0-902.4, 902.6-904.3, 904.7-925.3, 925.7-927.3, and 927.7-928.0 MHz within the States of Colorado and Wyoming, bounded by the area of latitude 39°N. to 42°N. and longitude 103°W. to 108°W. * * * * * 2. Section 2.815 is amended by removing paragraphs (c), (d), and (e) and the notes to paragraphs (b) and (c), and revising paragraph (b) to read as follows: § 2.815 External radio frequency power amplifiers. * * * * * (b) No person shall manufacture, sell or lease, offer for sale or lease (including advertising for sale or lease) or import, ship or
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  • ORDER Adopted: October 19, 2004 Released: October 21, 2004 By the Assistant Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop, for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"),1 and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted violations involve Paladen's sale of Citizens Band external radio frequency power amplifiers. 2. On May 27, 2004, the District Director of the Commission's Detroit, Michigan Field Office (``Detroit Office'') issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') in the amount of $7,000 to Paladen.3 Paladen has not filed a response
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  • 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted violation involves Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver.3 II. BACKGROUND 2. On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)4 and 2.815(b)5 of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. 3. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale.
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  • 1934, as amended (``Act''),2 and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').3 The noted violation involved Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver.4 II. BACKGROUND 2. On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)5 and 2.815(b)6 of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. 3. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non-FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale. One
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  • Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find Ramsey Electronics, Inc. (``Ramsey''), apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 and Sections 2.803(a) and (g) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted apparent violations involve Ramsey's marketing of two models of unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and two models of external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers (``amplifiers''). II. BACKGROUND 2. The Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') obtained information indicating that Ramsey was apparently marketing unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and RF amplifiers in the United States. The Bureau subsequently
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  • dismiss as untimely a November 26, 2004 Petition for Reconsideration filed by Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop ("Paladen") of the Enforcement Bureau's ("Bureau") Forfeiture Order, released October 21, 2004, assessing a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). The noted violations involve Paladen's illegal marketing of external radio frequency power amplifiers ("linear amplifiers") capable of operating in the Citizens Band ("CB") Radio Service. II. BACKGROUND 2. Field agents from the Commission's Detroit, Michigan, Field Office ("Detroit Office") conducted an investigation on July 24, 2003, and found that Paladen was offering for
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  • I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order ("Order"), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of twenty-one thousand dollars ($21,000) to Wesley Noe, d.b.a. GI Joe's Radio Electronics and GI Joe's CB Radio (collectively referred to herein as "GI Joe's") for willfully and repeatedly violating Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external radio frequency ("RF") power amplifiers. II. BACKGROUND 2. On April 19, 2006, the Detroit Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of $21,000 to GI Joe's. In the NAL, the Detroit Office found that GI Joe's apparently
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  • C. Olson. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Russell Monie, Jr. Regional Director, Northeast Region Enforcement Bureau 47 U.S.C. S 302(b). 47 C.F.R S 2.803 (a)(1). See Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 ("Citation"). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission,
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  • By the Regional Director, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order ("Order"), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000) to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy Electronics ("Vance"), for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). On March 22, 2006, the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL") in the amount of $14,000 to Vance for offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external RF power amplifiers in Ontario, California. In this Order, we affirm the findings of the Los Angeles Office.
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  • Section 15.3(p) of the Rules defines a "kit" as "[a]ny number of electronic parts, usually provided with a schematic diagram or printed circuit board, which, when assembled in accordance with instructions, results in the a device subject to the regulations in this part, even if additional parts of any type are required to complete assembly." But see 47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.815(c) (prohibiting the manufacture and marketing of specific amplifier kits that do not meet equipment authorization requirements) and 15.25 (specifying equipment authorization requirements for TV interface devices marketed as kits). See Leslie D. Brewer, Forfeiture Order, 15 FCC Rcd 9999 (Enf. Bur. 2000) (the sale and shipment of an assembled, unauthorized kit violates Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)
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  • that it marketed several Cybermax amplifier models for "export only," but denied being the manufacturer of these models, claiming that these models consisted of third-party modules that Inter Tech incorporated into casings. Inter Tech did not, however, state whether the Cybermax amplifiers it marketed or the modules incorporated therein were certified in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 2.815(b) of the Rules. 5. In its First Response, Inter Tech failed to provide sufficient evidence that the transmitters and amplifiers marketed under the trade name Cybermax were authorized. Accordingly, the Division issued a follow-up LOI on July 10, 2008, requesting further information about the Cybermax product line. In its July 23, 2008 response to the follow-up Second LOI, Inter Tech
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  • Concepts 305 South Bartlett Road Streamwood, IL 60107 Re: File No. EB-08-SE-095 Dear Mr. Hoppe: This is an official CITATION, issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to Progressive Concepts ("Progressive") for marketing in the United States unauthorized external radio frequency ("RF") amplifiers in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). As explained below, future violations of the Commission's Rules in this regard may subject your company to monetary forfeitures. In February 2008, the Enforcement Bureau received a complaint alleging possible sale of unauthorized equipment by Progressive in violation of Section 302(b) of the Act. On March 7, 2008, staff from the Enforcement Bureau's Spectrum Enforcement
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • is an official CITATION issued pursuant to section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Communications Act"), to Gary L. Stanford, d.b.a. Spark Gap CB Shop ("Spark Gap CB") for marketing in the United States unauthorized radio frequency devices and external radio frequency power amplifiers in violation of section 302(b) of the Communications Act, and sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's rules ("Rules"). 2. Spark Gap CB should take immediate steps to come into compliance and to avoid any recurrence of this misconduct. As explained below and as provided in the Communications Act, future violations of the Rules in this regard may subject you to substantial monetary penalties, seizure of equipment, and criminal sanctions. II. background 3. On
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  • 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Memorandum Opinion and Order (``Order''), we deny The Two Way Shop's Petition for Reconsideration of the $7,000 Forfeiture Order that we issued to it on April 7, 2000. The Two Way Shop willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules by offering linear amplifiers for sale. 2. In a letter dated May 3, 2000, the Two Way Shop responded to the Forfeiture Order. We will treat the May 3, 2000 letter as a Petition for Reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order. 3. The Two Way Shop raises one new issue in its Petition for Reconsideration. It alleges
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  • ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) File Number EB-00-OR-104 NAL/Acct. No. X3262010 FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: December 28, 2000 Released: December 29, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us, for willfully violating Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by marketing an unauthorized external frequency power amplifier. On September 28, 2000, the Commission's New Orleans, Louisiana Field Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us. Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us has not filed a response. Based on
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  • by Cellular Systems Northwest, Inc. (``Northwest''). Northwest seeks reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order released March 15, 1999, in which the former Compliance and Information Bureau (``Bureau'') found it liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $7,000 for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act'') and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``the Rules'') relating to the sale of transmitting equipment. For the reasons discussed below, we deny the petition for reconsideration and affirm the monetary forfeiture of $7,000. BACKGROUND 2. Northwest is a consumer electronics dealer in Enumclaw, Washington. On July 9, 1997, Northwest sold and offered to sell external radio frequency power amplifiers -- commonly known
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  • 6, 2000 Released: April 7, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against the Two Way Shop (``Two Way'') for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). These violations involve Two Way's offer for sale of linear amplifiers capable of operation in the 26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequency band. On July 14, 1999, the Commission's Seattle, Washington, Field Office, issued the referenced Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars
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  • Unlicensed Operation Hormigonera Chaparro Inc. Aguada, PR. $5,000 NAL. San Juan, PR Resident Agent Office (9/26/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocations and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.803 - Marketing of Radio Frequency Devices Prior to Equipment Authorization Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us., Pineville LA. $7,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 (External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/28/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 17 - Construction, Marking and Lighting of Antenna Structures 47 C.F.R. § 17.4 - Antenna Structure Registration Natchez Communications, Inc., Natchez, MS. $16,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 17.50 (Cleaning and Repainting). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/7/00). 47 C.F.R. § 17.51 - Time When
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  • (EAs) Must Be Prepared Salem Media of Colorado, Inc. Lafayette, Colorado. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310 (Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Limits), 11.35 (Equipment Operations Readiness), 11.61 (Tests of EAS Procedures), 73.1820 (Station Log) and 73.1870 (Chief Operator). Denver, CO District Office (5/18/01). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocation and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 - External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers C & R Electronic CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). Specialty Electronics & CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). 47
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  • 4.225.6 Egypt $136,996,21840.641.6 7.2 1.8 8.8 $6,879,86438.035.114.7 0.012.3 $2,866,70691.9 2.3 5.8 0.0 0.0 180,294,67226.247.8 8.1 3.214.7 Equatorial Guinea $81,72312.015.037.320.115.6 $72,122100.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 $2,361100.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 392,23753.2 2.9 4.935.6 3.5 Ethiopia $21,394,15435.821.710.1 8.124.4 $1,767,57241.739.3 6.4 0.012.6 $1,358,91982.417.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 27,779,17325.616.311.917.129.1 Gabon $2,622,12547.140.5 3.1 1.3 8.0 $290,44142.556.2 0.0 0.0 1.3 $815,200 0.199.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 2,897,21930.248.1 3.9 2.815.0 Gambia, The $5,594,54848.617.7 8.412.912.5 $447,89344.827.821.0 0.0 6.4 $883,06877.6 7.115.3 0.0 0.0 10,166,12823.721.314.824.415.7 Ghana $31,808,21438.530.0 5.8 8.916.8 $3,307,94233.948.416.7 0.0 1.0 $2,029,25677.513.4 9.2 0.0 0.0 54,524,52421.826.2 7.219.725.2 Guinea $7,499,77734.745.6 1.0 4.714.0 $1,233,88046.251.2 0.0 0.0 2.6 $3,176,43283.616.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 12,483,70418.346.5 0.912.222.1 Guinea-Bissau $429,75655.8 0.2 6.010.927.0 $838 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0100.0 $0 351,40625.3 0.2 9.325.040.3 - Switched Services Market Shares Page 1 -
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  • by Cellular Systems Northwest, Inc. (``Northwest''). Northwest seeks reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order released March 15, 1999, in which the former Compliance and Information Bureau (``Bureau'') found it liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $7,000 for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act'') and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``the Rules'') relating to the sale of transmitting equipment. For the reasons discussed below, we deny the petition for reconsideration and affirm the monetary forfeiture of $7,000. BACKGROUND 2. Northwest is a consumer electronics dealer in Enumclaw, Washington. On July 9, 1997, Northwest sold and offered to sell external radio frequency power amplifiers -- commonly known
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  • 6, 2000 Released: April 7, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against the Two Way Shop (``Two Way'') for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). These violations involve Two Way's offer for sale of linear amplifiers capable of operation in the 26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequency band. On July 14, 1999, the Commission's Seattle, Washington, Field Office, issued the referenced Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars
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  • 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Memorandum Opinion and Order (``Order''), we deny The Two Way Shop's Petition for Reconsideration of the $7,000 Forfeiture Order that we issued to it on April 7, 2000. The Two Way Shop willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules by offering linear amplifiers for sale. 2. In a letter dated May 3, 2000, the Two Way Shop responded to the Forfeiture Order. We will treat the May 3, 2000 letter as a Petition for Reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order. 3. The Two Way Shop raises one new issue in its Petition for Reconsideration. It alleges
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  • Unlicensed Operation Hormigonera Chaparro Inc. Aguada, PR. $5,000 NAL. San Juan, PR Resident Agent Office (9/26/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocations and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.803 - Marketing of Radio Frequency Devices Prior to Equipment Authorization Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us., Pineville LA. $7,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 (External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/28/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 17 - Construction, Marking and Lighting of Antenna Structures 47 C.F.R. § 17.4 - Antenna Structure Registration Natchez Communications, Inc., Natchez, MS. $16,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 17.50 (Cleaning and Repainting). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/7/00). 47 C.F.R. § 17.51 - Time When
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  • request for approval and adoption of Protective Agreement. Action by Chief, Formal Complaints and Investigations Branch, Enforcement Division. Adopted: June 19, 1998. by Order. (DA No. 98-1195). CCB RADIO OPTIONS, INC. Affirmed that Radio Options, Inc. is liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $5,000 and ordered Radio Options to pay $5,000 for violation of 47 C.F.R. Section 2.815. Action by Chief, Compliance Division. by Forfeiture Order. (DA No. 98-1190). CIB Internet URL: [9]http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Compliance/Notices/da981190.wp POLNET COMMUNICATIONS, LTD. Affirmed that Polnet Communications, Ltd. is liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $13,000 and ordered Polnet to pay $13,000 for failing to change the monitoring point location of an unsuitable monitoring point and failure to maintain the daytime pattern
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  • May 5, 1999. INSTRUCTIONAL TV FIXED SERVICE APPLICATIONS/AMENDMENTS TENDERED FOR FILING. Internet URL: [9]http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Mass_Media/Public_Notices/ITFS_Notices/pn mm9069.html Report No: 219. Released: May 5, 1999. WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU ASSIGNMENT OF AUTHORIZATION AND TRANSFER OF CONTROL APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR FILING. Internet URL: [10]http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/Wireless/Public_Notices/1999/pnwl9107.pd f ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- TEXTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- --- CB SHACK. Affirmed the $7,000 forfeiture amount imposed on CB Shack for violation of Section 2.815 of the Commission's Rules re: the manufacture, sale or lease of external radio frequency power amplifiers or amplifier kits capabale of operating on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and 35 MHz; ordered CB Shack to pay the forfeiture amount. Action by Director, Legal Services Group. Adopted: April 30, 1999. by Forf. Ord. (DA No. 99-834). CIB KPXN(TV). Granted channel
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  • Exports R Us ) File No. EB-00-OR- 104 Pineville, Louisiana ) NAL/Acct.No. X3262010 NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Released: September 28, 2000 By the Enforcement Bureau, New Orleans Field Office: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture, we find that Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us (``Exports R Us'') has apparently violated Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by marketing an unauthorized external radio frequency power amplifier.1 We conclude that Exports R Us is apparently liable for forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. Exports R Us operates an Internet Web site offering numerous external radio frequency power amplifiers for sale. The Internet Web address for this site
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  • assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. David P. Pace, Jr. d.b.a. Pacetronics / Pace Marketing is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • No. EB-03- DT-742 ) Austintown, Ohio ) Citation No. C20043236001 CITATION Released: October 21, 2003 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: 1. This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Consumer Electronics Service, Inc. (``Consumer Electronics'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').3 2. On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office of the Federal Communications Commission (``FCC'') inspected radio transmitting equipment at Consumer Electronics, 5407 Mahoning Avenue, Austintown, Ohio. They found two models of a Citizens Band radiofrequency amplifier (``linear'') for sale, in violation of the FCC's marketing Rules. The linears were a Matco 225 Plus
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  • ) ) Citation No. C20043236002 North Jackson, Ohio ) CITATION Released: October 31, 2003 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: 1. This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Paliden Communications D/B/A The CB Shop (``Paliden'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').3 2. On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office of the Federal Communications Commission (``FCC'') inspected radio transmitting equipment at Paliden, 12274 Mahoning Avenue, Suite 14, North Jackson, Ohio. They found one model of a Citizens Band radiofrequency amplifier (``linear'') for sale, in violation of the FCC's marketing Rules. The linear was a Palomar
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  • had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Jonathan Edward Stone d.b.a. Omnitronics / Pacetronics is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • such devices even when the purchaser(s) had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Palco is hereby warned that Section 302(b) of the Act and Section 2.815(c) of the Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and 35 MHz.
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  • had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Lamont Davidson d.b.a. Walcott CB Sales, Inc. is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • Pinconning, Michigan ) Citation No. C20043236004 ) CITATION Released: April 13, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Detroit Office: 1. This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales & Service (``Gambler's'') for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').3 2. On April 9, 2004, Gambler's offered for sale at their store located at 4671 North Huron Road, Pinconning, Michigan, the following non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers: NAME MODEL COST Ranger RCI 2970 DX $449.95 Ranger RCI 2980 WX $449.95 Ranger RCI 2985 DX $479.95 Ranger RCI 6300 F $329.95 Galaxy DX33HML $198.95 Galaxy DX48T
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  • the purchaser(s) had provided assurances that the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 6. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Mr. Gary Linder, owner of Appalachia Electronics C.B. Shop, is warned that Section 302(b) and Section 2.815(c)6 of the Commission's Rules requires FCC Type Acceptance or (Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b)7 of the Commission's Rules prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • ) NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE Released: May 27, 2004 By the District Director, Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Paladen Communications, Inc. a/k/a CB Shop (``Paladen''), has apparently violated Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended1 (``the Act''), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'')2 by offering for sale Citizens Band (``CB'') external radio frequency power amplifiers (``linears''). We conclude that Paladen is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. On July 24, 2003, agents from the Detroit Office visited Paladen at 12274 Mahoning Avenue, Suite 14, North Jackson,
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  • 74063 and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: August 6, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Messrs. Brandon Smith and John Jackson d.b.a. Wholesale CB Radio for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name wholesalecbradio.com is registered to Smith & Jackson, Inc., 1032 N. Birch, Sand Springs, OK 74063 with John Jackson, brandonjjgs@AOL.COM, Smith & Jackson Inc., 1032 N. Birch, Sand Springs, OK 74063 listed as the administrative and technical contact. Furthermore, on July 29, 2004,
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  • the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 9. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Chester J. Massie, Jr. / H and Y Electrical Supply Company, Inc. is warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • 74578 and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: November 2, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Mr. Jason Lawrence / Total Communications / CB Radio Trader for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name cbradiotrader.com is registered to Total Communications, P.O. Box 761, Wilburton, OK 74578 with Jason Lawrence, 909 West Main, Wilburton, OK 74578 listed as the administrative and billing contact. Furthermore, on August 10, 2004, Mr. Jason Lawrence / Total Communications / CB Radio
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  • U.S. Mail CITATION Released: October 29, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Barbara A. Karolides / David C. Rose / Pink Lightning Chrome & CB's, Inc. for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name pinklightning.com is registered to BigRig Chrome, 526 Smith Lane, Tullahoma, TN 37388 with Andy Beckman, Chrome Helmet Music, 526 Smith Ln, Tullahoma, TN 37388 listed as the administrative and technical contact. Furthermore, on August 25, 2004, Barbara A. Karolides, David C. Rose
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  • the transceivers are being bought solely for export. ALL DOMESTIC MARKETING OF SUCH DEVICES VIOLATES THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AND THE COMMISSION'S RULES. 7. In addition to the marketing of the non-certified transceivers addressed above, Clay Allen Thompson / Clay Thompson, Inc., d.b.a. Clay's Little Radio Shop are warned that Section 302(b) of the Act2, and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules7 requires FCC Type Acceptance (or Certification) of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies below 144 MHz. Furthermore, Section 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules8 prohibits the marketing of External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) capable of operation on any frequency or frequencies between 24 and
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  • 60185 Return Receipt Requested and First Class U.S. Mail CITATION Released: December 6, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Dallas Office: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Carl C. Curatola d.b.a. 1 Stop Electronics for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b)&(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Dallas Office revealed that the Internet domain name 1stopelectronics.com is registered to 1 Stop, Carl C., 1879 N. Neltnor, West Chicago, IL 60185 with an e-mail address listed as xforce151@aol.com. On July 1, 2004, the State of Illinois dissolved the corporation 1 Stop Electronics, Inc. where Carl Curatola was listed
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  • requested and Soap Lake, WA 98851 First Class mail CITATION Citation No.: C20043298002 Released: May 7, 2004 By the Enforcement Bureau, Seattle Office 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of The Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), 1 to The Quack Shack, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, 2 Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the FCC's Seattle Office revealed that on May 4, 2004, you offered for sale through your Internet site thequackshack.com, non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX series, Amateur service transceivers, namely, RCI Models- (modifiable) for CB use, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) for
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  • transceiver.3 We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Act,4 that Hightech is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)5 and 2.815(b)6 of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. 3. On December 13, 2004, the Tampa Office received a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non FCC certified devices by Hightech at its shop. 4. On February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa
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  • ) ) Ontario, California CITATION Released: June 28, 2005 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the Commission's Los Angeles Office revealed that on June 28, 2005, you offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX series, Amateur service transceivers, namely, RCI Models- (modifiable) for CB use, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers (or amplifier kits) for CB use. According to
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  • ) ) Citation No.: C20063248001 Sparta, Tennessee 38583 ) CITATION Released: October 14, 2005 By the District Director, Atlanta Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Chad Jolley for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) and (c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 2. Investigation by the Commission's Atlanta Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Atlanta Office'') revealed that on August 2, 2005, Mr. Jolley offered for sale in the Beavis CB & PC Shop the following twenty-eight (28) non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceivers: NAME /MODEL PRICE Magnum S-3 $255.00 Magnum S-9 $350.00 Galaxy 95T $489.95 Galaxy
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  • ) Boise, Idaho ) CITATION Released: October 31, 2005 By the Resident Agent, Portland Resident Agent Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 to Bradley Lynn Kinney, d/b/a Primerush CB Shop, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act,2 Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules.3 2. An investigation by the Commission's Portland Office revealed that on September 29, 2005, you offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band (CB) transceivers, namely, General Model Lee, Magnum Model S-6, and External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers, namely Power Devil and Palomar Model Elite 250HD for CB use. According to the Commission's records, these
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  • 22, 2006 By the District Director, Los Angeles Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a/ CB Candy Electronics (Vance) in Ontario, California, apparently willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external RF power amplifiers. We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Act, that Vance is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000). II. BACKGROUND 2. On June 28, 2005, an agent from the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office
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  • C. Olson 4400 MacArthur Blvd. Suite 230 Newport Beach, California 92660 47 U.S.C. S 302(b). 47 C.F.R S 2.803 (a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S 503(b). Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 ("Citation"). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler's for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See 47 C.F.R. S 1.80(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. SS 501, 503(b), 510. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson,
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  • C. Olson 4400 MacArthur Blvd. Suite 230 Newport Beach, California 92660 47 U.S.C. S 302(b). 47 C.F.R S 2.803 (a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S 503(b). Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 ("Citation"). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler's for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See 47 C.F.R. S 1.80(b)(3). See 47 U.S.C. SS 501, 503(b), 510. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson,
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  • Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find that Wesley ("Wes") Noe, d.b.a. GI Joe's Radio Electronics and GI Joe's CB Radio (collectively referred to herein as "GI Joe's") apparently willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 as amended, ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external radio frequency ("RF") power amplifiers. Specifically, Noe willfully and repeatedly violated Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Rules by offering for sale non-certified CB transceivers and RF power amplifiers on the GI Joe's Radio Electronics' web site. Noe also willfully violated
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  • No.: C20063290004 Ontario, California ) ) CITATION Released: May 10, 2006 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to CB & Ham Radio Shop, for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, Section 2.803(a)(1), Section 2.815(b), and Section 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office revealed that on April 13, 2006, CB & Ham Radio Shop offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers, namely, Galaxy Models DX88 & DX99 modified for CB use, and Texas Star External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers for CB use. According to Commission's
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  • C20073290012 Nacogdoches, TX ) ) CITATION Released: February 14, 2007 By the District Director, Los Angeles District Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to David Pace Jr., d/b/a 4:13 Electronics for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules. 2. An investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles District Office revealed that on December 7, 2006, David Pace Jr., d/b/a 4:13 Electronic, offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers, namely, Galaxy Model DX 99V and external power amplifiers, namely, Texas Star 250 HDV, 400V and 667V, and others. According to the Commission's records,
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  • 73075 ) CITATION Released: September 29, 2006 By the District Director, Dallas Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to Stephen L. Tork d.b.a. Hotshot CB II ("Stephen L. Tork") for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). 2. Investigation by the Commission's Dallas Office of the Enforcement Bureau ("Dallas Office") revealed that on July 21, 2006, Stephen L. Tork offered for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers, namely, Galaxy models DX55V and DX48T, Superstar model 121, General model AP Hill, and Northpoint model NT-9-HP. These transceivers did not have FCC
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  • the District Director, Dallas Office, South Central Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to Cindy Tork, Stephen L. Tork, Fred Cordell, Kimla Cordell d.b.a. CBs At Their Best ("CBs At Their Best") for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). 2. Investigation by the Commission's Dallas Office of the Enforcement Bureau revealed that on July 19, 2006, CBs At Their Best, through the use of internet website www.cbsattheirbest.net, offered for sale thirty non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers as follows: Brand Model Price Connex 3300 $185.00 Connex 3300HP $220.00 Connex 3300LEHP $230.00 Connex 3300Patriot
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  • Salem, Oregon 97302 ) ) CITATION Released: February 23, 2007 By the Resident Agent, Portland Resident Agent Office, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: 1. This is an Official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to Michael T. Kersnowski d/b/a RadioActive Radio for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). 2. Investigation by the Commission's Portland Resident Agent Office of the Enforcement Bureau revealed that on November 28, 2006, RadioActive Radio, through the use of internet website www.RadioActiveRadios.com, offered for sale forty-four non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers as follows: Brand Model Connex 3300 HP Connex 4600 Turbo Connex 4300 HP 300 Connex 4300
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  • Bureau's Los Angeles Office revealed that Pace was operating an Internet-based store, via an Internet website [1]www.pacetronics.com, which marketed both uncertified CB transceivers, specifically Galaxy Model DX 99V, and uncertified radio frequency power amplifiers. 3. On February 14, 2007, the Los Angeles Office issued a Citation to Pace for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Rules for selling non-certified CB transceivers. The Citation warned Pace that future violations may subject Pace to civil monetary forfeitures not to exceed $11,000 for each violation or each day of a continuing violation, seizure of equipment through in rem forfeiture action, and criminal sanctions including fines and imprisonment. 4. On March 6, 2007, Pace replied to the
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  • an Internet-based store, via an Internet website www.radioactiveradios.com, which marketed both non-certified CB transceivers, specifically Galaxy models DX99V and DX66V (also know as Galaxy 99V and Galaxy 66V, respectively), and non-certified external radio frequency power amplifiers. 3. On February 23, 2007, the Portland Office issued a Citation to Kersnowski for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Rules for selling non-certified CB transceivers and external radio frequency power amplifiers. The Citation warned Kersnowski that future violations may subject Kersnowski to civil monetary forfeitures not exceed $11,000 for each violation or each day of a continuing violation, seizure of equipment through in rem forfeiture action, and criminal sanctions including fines and imprisonment. 4. In
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  • that copies of this Citation shall be sent by First Class U.S. Mail and Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested to Dad's Travel Center at his address of record and the address of record. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Binh Nguyen Resident Agent Portland Resident Agent Office Western Region Enforcement Bureau 47 U.S.C. S: 503(b)(5). 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), 2.815(c). Section 95.655(a) of the rules states: "[CB] Transmitters with frequency capability for the Amateur Radio Services....will not be certificated." 47 C.F.R. S: 95.655(a). See also Amendment of the Part 95, Subpart E, Technical Regulations in the Personal Radio Services Rules, 3 FCC Rcd 5032 (1988). 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 401, 501, 503, 510. 47 U.S.C. S:
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  • District Director, Detroit Office, Northeast Region, Enforcement Bureau: This is an official Citation issued pursuant to Section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), to Phillip Symonds and Darda Troyer d.b.a. Flat River Discount Electronics and Hi-Delite Restaurant, Inc. (referred to herein jointly as "Flat River") for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act, and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). 1. Investigation by the Enforcement Bureau's Detroit Office revealed that, on July 10, 2008, Flat River offered for sale the following non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers at its store in Greenville, Michigan: Ranger Model RCI 2950; Galaxy Model DX44V; Connex Model 3300. According to the Commission's records, these devices have not received an
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  • ORDER Adopted: October 19, 2004 Released: October 21, 2004 By the Assistant Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop, for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"),1 and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted violations involve Paladen's sale of Citizens Band external radio frequency power amplifiers. 2. On May 27, 2004, the District Director of the Commission's Detroit, Michigan Field Office (``Detroit Office'') issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') in the amount of $7,000 to Paladen.3 Paladen has not filed a response
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  • 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted violation involves Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver.3 II. BACKGROUND 2. On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)4 and 2.815(b)5 of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. 3. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale.
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  • 1934, as amended (``Act''),2 and Section 2.803(a) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').3 The noted violation involved Hightech's offering for sale a non-certified Citizens Band (``CB'') transceiver.4 II. BACKGROUND 2. On May 9, 2001, the Commission's Tampa Office of the Enforcement Bureau (``Tampa Office'') issued a Citation to Hightech for violation of Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)5 and 2.815(b)6 of the Rules by offering for sale RF linear amplifiers and non-certified CB transceivers at its CB shop located at 8391 U.S. 301 S., Jacksonville, Florida. 3. In response to a complaint about the marketing of illegal, non-FCC certified devices, on February 4, 2005, agents from the Tampa Office visited Hightech and observed several radio transceivers offered for sale. One
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  • Chief, Spectrum Enforcement Division, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL''), we find Ramsey Electronics, Inc. (``Ramsey''), apparently liable for a forfeiture in the amount of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''),1 and Sections 2.803(a) and (g) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'').2 The noted apparent violations involve Ramsey's marketing of two models of unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and two models of external radio frequency (``RF'') power amplifiers (``amplifiers''). II. BACKGROUND 2. The Enforcement Bureau (``Bureau'') obtained information indicating that Ramsey was apparently marketing unauthorized FM broadcast transmitters and RF amplifiers in the United States. The Bureau subsequently
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  • dismiss as untimely a November 26, 2004 Petition for Reconsideration filed by Paladen Communications, Inc., a/k/a CB Shop ("Paladen") of the Enforcement Bureau's ("Bureau") Forfeiture Order, released October 21, 2004, assessing a forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.815(b) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). The noted violations involve Paladen's illegal marketing of external radio frequency power amplifiers ("linear amplifiers") capable of operating in the Citizens Band ("CB") Radio Service. II. BACKGROUND 2. Field agents from the Commission's Detroit, Michigan, Field Office ("Detroit Office") conducted an investigation on July 24, 2003, and found that Paladen was offering for
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  • I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order ("Order"), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of twenty-one thousand dollars ($21,000) to Wesley Noe, d.b.a. GI Joe's Radio Electronics and GI Joe's CB Radio (collectively referred to herein as "GI Joe's") for willfully and repeatedly violating Section 302(b) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1), 2.815(b), and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules") by offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external radio frequency ("RF") power amplifiers. II. BACKGROUND 2. On April 19, 2006, the Detroit Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of $21,000 to GI Joe's. In the NAL, the Detroit Office found that GI Joe's apparently
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  • C. Olson. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Russell Monie, Jr. Regional Director, Northeast Region Enforcement Bureau 47 U.S.C. S 302(b). 47 C.F.R S 2.803 (a)(1). See Citation issued to Gambler's C.B. & Ham Radio Sales and Services, Citation No. C20043236004, released April 13, 2004 ("Citation"). The Detroit Office also cited Gambler for selling CB linear amplifiers, in violation of Sections 2.803(a) and 2.815(b) of the Rules. During subsequent visits to Gambler's store, FCC agents did not observe linear amplifiers being offered for sale. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission, dated April 26, 2004. See Letter from Michael C. Olson, Counsel for Gambler's, to James A. Bridgewater, District Director, Federal Communications Commission,
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  • By the Regional Director, Western Region, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order ("Order"), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000) to Charles E. Vance, III d/b/a CB Candy Electronics ("Vance"), for willful and repeated violation of Section 302(b) of the Commissions Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), and Sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(c) of the Commission's Rules ("Rules"). On March 22, 2006, the Enforcement Bureau's Los Angeles Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL") in the amount of $14,000 to Vance for offering for sale non-certified Citizens Band ("CB") transceivers and external RF power amplifiers in Ontario, California. In this Order, we affirm the findings of the Los Angeles Office.
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  • Section 15.3(p) of the Rules defines a "kit" as "[a]ny number of electronic parts, usually provided with a schematic diagram or printed circuit board, which, when assembled in accordance with instructions, results in the a device subject to the regulations in this part, even if additional parts of any type are required to complete assembly." But see 47 C.F.R. S:S: 2.815(c) (prohibiting the manufacture and marketing of specific amplifier kits that do not meet equipment authorization requirements) and 15.25 (specifying equipment authorization requirements for TV interface devices marketed as kits). See Leslie D. Brewer, Forfeiture Order, 15 FCC Rcd 9999 (Enf. Bur. 2000) (the sale and shipment of an assembled, unauthorized kit violates Section 302(b) of the Act and Sections 2.803(a)(1)
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • "[m]otion picture producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production or filming of motion pictures." A "[t]elevision program producer refers to a person or organization engaged in the production of television programs." 47 C.F.R S: 74.801 47 C.F.R S: 74.870. 47 C.F.R S: 74.851(f). See Part 2, Subpart I of the Rules, 47 C.F.R S:S: 2.801 - 2.815. 47 U.S.C. S: 302a(b). 47 C.F.R. S: 2.803(a)(1). 47 U.S.C. S:S: 154(i), 154(j), 403. See 47 U.S.C. S: 401, 501, 503; 47 C.F.R. S: 1.80(b)(3). This amount is subject to further adjustment for inflation (see id. S: 1.80(b)(5)), and the forfeiture amount applicable to any violation will be determined based on the statutory amount designated at the time of the
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  • is an official CITATION issued pursuant to section 503(b)(5) of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Communications Act"), to Gary L. Stanford, d.b.a. Spark Gap CB Shop ("Spark Gap CB") for marketing in the United States unauthorized radio frequency devices and external radio frequency power amplifiers in violation of section 302(b) of the Communications Act, and sections 2.803(a)(1) and 2.815(b) of the Commission's rules ("Rules"). 2. Spark Gap CB should take immediate steps to come into compliance and to avoid any recurrence of this misconduct. As explained below and as provided in the Communications Act, future violations of the Rules in this regard may subject you to substantial monetary penalties, seizure of equipment, and criminal sanctions. II. background 3. On
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  • 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: 1. In this Memorandum Opinion and Order (``Order''), we deny The Two Way Shop's Petition for Reconsideration of the $7,000 Forfeiture Order that we issued to it on April 7, 2000. The Two Way Shop willfully and repeatedly violated Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules by offering linear amplifiers for sale. 2. In a letter dated May 3, 2000, the Two Way Shop responded to the Forfeiture Order. We will treat the May 3, 2000 letter as a Petition for Reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order. 3. The Two Way Shop raises one new issue in its Petition for Reconsideration. It alleges
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  • ) ) ) ) ) ) ) ) File Number EB-00-OR-104 NAL/Acct. No. X3262010 FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: December 28, 2000 Released: December 29, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us, for willfully violating Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``Rules'') by marketing an unauthorized external frequency power amplifier. On September 28, 2000, the Commission's New Orleans, Louisiana Field Office issued a Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) to Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us. Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us has not filed a response. Based on
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  • by Cellular Systems Northwest, Inc. (``Northwest''). Northwest seeks reconsideration of the Forfeiture Order released March 15, 1999, in which the former Compliance and Information Bureau (``Bureau'') found it liable for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of $7,000 for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``the Act'') and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the Commission's Rules (``the Rules'') relating to the sale of transmitting equipment. For the reasons discussed below, we deny the petition for reconsideration and affirm the monetary forfeiture of $7,000. BACKGROUND 2. Northwest is a consumer electronics dealer in Enumclaw, Washington. On July 9, 1997, Northwest sold and offered to sell external radio frequency power amplifiers -- commonly known
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  • 6, 2000 Released: April 7, 2000 By the Chief, Enforcement Bureau: I. INTRODUCTION 1. In this Forfeiture Order (``Order''), we issue a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) against the Two Way Shop (``Two Way'') for willful and repeated violations of Section 302 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (``Act''), and Sections 2.803 and 2.815 of the of the Commission's Rules (``Rules''). These violations involve Two Way's offer for sale of linear amplifiers capable of operation in the 26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequency band. On July 14, 1999, the Commission's Seattle, Washington, Field Office, issued the referenced Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture (``NAL'') for a monetary forfeiture in the amount of seven thousand dollars
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  • Unlicensed Operation Hormigonera Chaparro Inc. Aguada, PR. $5,000 NAL. San Juan, PR Resident Agent Office (9/26/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocations and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.803 - Marketing of Radio Frequency Devices Prior to Equipment Authorization Stephen Fowler d/b/a Exports R Us., Pineville LA. $7,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 (External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/28/00). 47 C.F.R. Part 17 - Construction, Marking and Lighting of Antenna Structures 47 C.F.R. § 17.4 - Antenna Structure Registration Natchez Communications, Inc., Natchez, MS. $16,000 NAL. Other violation: 47 C.F.R. § 17.50 (Cleaning and Repainting). New Orleans, LA District Office (9/7/00). 47 C.F.R. § 17.51 - Time When
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  • (EAs) Must Be Prepared Salem Media of Colorado, Inc. Lafayette, Colorado. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.1310 (Radiofrequency Radiation Exposure Limits), 11.35 (Equipment Operations Readiness), 11.61 (Tests of EAS Procedures), 73.1820 (Station Log) and 73.1870 (Chief Operator). Denver, CO District Office (5/18/01). 47 C.F.R. Part 2 - Frequency Allocation and Radio Treaty Matters; General Rules and Regulations 47 C.F.R. § 2.815 - External Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers C & R Electronic CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). Specialty Electronics & CB Shop, West Memphis, AR. Other violations: 47 C.F.R. §95.413 ((CB Rule 13) What Communications Are Prohibited). New Orleans, LA District Office (5/3/01). 47