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Sharp Communication works closely with a
licensed frequency coordinator on current FCC
licensing requirements. We can assist you with
new applications, renewals, relocations, and
modifications as well as help you prepare for
the future. We also want you to be aware of an
FCC licensing change that could affect your
business communications: the requirement to move
to narrowband 12.5 kHz.
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for more information.
Don't be overwhelmed by FCC rules and
regulations. Sharp Communication can help to
keep your FCC licenses in order.
What is the FCC?
The Federal Communications Commission is an
independent United States government agency. The
FCC was established by the Communications Act of
1934, and is charged with regulating interstate
and international communications by radio,
television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's
jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District
of Columbia and U.S. possessions.
Are there penalties for using radios without an
FCC license?
Yes. The FCC established fines of $8,000 per day
for unlicensed and/or improperly licensed radio
systems. There are various other fines that can
also be charged.
Who is required to have a FCC license?
Almost all commercial or public entity radios
need to be licensed. Unless you are a subscriber
on a communications service UHF LTR or Community
Repeater System, you are required to hold an FCC
license for your commercial or public radios.
Basically, anything over 1 watt of power needs
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