WASHINGTON-People who want to use cell-phone jammers to get rid of annoying mobile-phone use should think again. It is against the law. Those found using, selling, manufacturing or distributing cell-phone jammers could be subject to an $11,000-per-day fine and seizure of their equipment by the United States Marshals, warned the Federal Communications Commission.
"In response to multiple inquiries concerning the sale and use of transmitters designed to prevent, jam or interfere with the operation of cellular and PCS telephones, the FCC is issuing this public notice to make clear that the marketing, sale or operation of this type of equipment is unlawful. Anyone involved with such activities may be subject to forfeitures, fines or even criminal prosecution," said the FCC.