[SARES] Re: [Scc-ec] [Fwd: Re: Hands Free - FAQs]

From: Andreas Ott <andreas@INTERNET.>
Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:15:36 -0700
Hi,

On Thu, Jun 19, 2008 at 01:38:17PM -0700, Robert Gundrum wrote:
>     The Commander's reply is directly below (Original Message).  Perhaps 
> we should clip the reply to keep with our Registration & Insurance / Go Kit.
> -------- Original Message --------
> Hi Robert,
> 
> The new laws refer only to wireless telephones.  If you're using a
> wireless telephone, then the laws would apply.  I would be remiss if I
> didn't urge you to drive carefully while operating your amateur radio,
> but amateur radios are not covered by the new laws, unless they are also
> wireless telephones.
> 
> I hope this clears up any confusion or concern.  If you have any other
> questions, please feel free to ask.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Fran Clader
> Commander
> Office of Media Relations
> California Highway Patrol
> (916) 657-7202
> 
> ---------Original Question-----------

Thanks Bob for getting this clarification from the CHP.

After more digging, the DMV web site does have a document that references
the Q&A where they say the new law does not apply to two-way radios.

>From  http://www.dmv.ca.gov/cellularphonelaws/dl208_03cell_phone.pdf  :

"Q: May I use a dedicated two-way radio while driving?
A: Yes. The use of dedicated two-way radios such as walkie-talkies or Citizen Band (CB)
radios is not affected by the new law. "

-andreas  K6OTT
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