About FCC Rule Books!
We receive many calls about FCC Rule Books. Most callers have received intimidating notices telling them to purchase a rule book or suffer severe penalties!
According to our conversations with various personnel at the FCC, a licensee is required to "have knowledge of the rules governing the licensed station class." They've further stated, "licensees must have access to the rules and regulations."
There is no rule stating a licensee must own a copy of the FCC Rule Book. (Owning a rule book would not assure the licensee has knowledge of the rules any way!)
Having "access" to the rules could be interpreted in many ways as well. If you have Internet access (or access to a public library) you have "access" to the rules.
Atlas does not take the FCC rules lightly!
We understand and agree with the FCC's position stating the licensee's responsibility for knowledge of the rules governing use of a licensed radio system. Therefore, we recommend each licensee either have easy access to the FCC rules by Internet or buy a copy of the rule book directly from the Government Printing Office.
Click Here to view FCC Rules & Regulations for Part 90 - Private Land Mobile!
(Other Parts of CFR Title 47 may be linked from this page.)
Contrary to what others may tell you, the Government Printing Office will sell directly to you.
If you would like to own a rule book, contact the GPO at 202-512-1800. Normally, you'll need to bring a little patience with you when you call. Also, keep in mind the rules are always changing. The book you have today may be outdated tomorrow which is one of the reasons we recommend book marking our web site for a convenient link to the rules on line!
Also, updated rule books are typically printed and available each October. If you're going to keep a current rule book on hand, you will need to purchase the updated version every year.
Click Here to view FCC Rules & Regulations for Part 90 - Private Land Mobile!
(Other Parts of CFR Title 47 may be linked from this page.)
According to our conversations with various personnel at the FCC, a licensee is required to "have knowledge of the rules governing the licensed station class." They've further stated, "licensees must have access to the rules and regulations."
There is no rule stating a licensee must own a copy of the FCC Rule Book. (Owning a rule book would not assure the licensee has knowledge of the rules any way!)
Having "access" to the rules could be interpreted in many ways as well. If you have Internet access (or access to a public library) you have "access" to the rules.
Atlas does not take the FCC rules lightly!
We understand and agree with the FCC's position stating the licensee's responsibility for knowledge of the rules governing use of a licensed radio system. Therefore, we recommend each licensee either have easy access to the FCC rules by Internet or buy a copy of the rule book directly from the Government Printing Office.
Click Here to view FCC Rules & Regulations for Part 90 - Private Land Mobile!
(Other Parts of CFR Title 47 may be linked from this page.)
Contrary to what others may tell you, the Government Printing Office will sell directly to you.
If you would like to own a rule book, contact the GPO at 202-512-1800. Normally, you'll need to bring a little patience with you when you call. Also, keep in mind the rules are always changing. The book you have today may be outdated tomorrow which is one of the reasons we recommend book marking our web site for a convenient link to the rules on line!
Also, updated rule books are typically printed and available each October. If you're going to keep a current rule book on hand, you will need to purchase the updated version every year.
Click Here to view FCC Rules & Regulations for Part 90 - Private Land Mobile!
(Other Parts of CFR Title 47 may be linked from this page.)