CB channels...
In another thread about looking for a CB antenna coax, CB channel usage was brought up. Rather than keep that thread going off-topic, I decided to start a new one. While it is true that the FCC on...
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mtrumpet wrote:mowermech wrote:pkunk wrote:Sully2 wrote:
If its against the law ( many places) to drive down the road with a cell phone to your head....why is it "supposed to be" OK to do the same with a CB ?
Very good question. :h
For one thing, the FCC controls radio communications nationwide. They are usually very strict about not allowing any other agency to invade their turf. The cell phone/texting law here specifically excludes radio operators.
As always, be careful what you wish for. The way some jurisdictions are attempting to enforce "Distracted Driving" laws, it may very well be illegal to look at your speedometer! "ANYTHING that takes the driver's eyes off the road ahead is distracted driving!" Seems to me that also makes it illegal to check your rear view mirrors!
Don't even THINK about reading road side signs. ANY kind of road side signs!
Is that what you REALLY want?
mowermech is right. Once-upon-a-time in American, that would leave us all with a good chuckle and we'd be done with it. However, nowadays it seems that nothing is too absurd when it comes to whatever it is these idiot politicians might want to legislate next!
You can now use handsfree Bluetooth for CB communication.
