CTIA Makes Case for Contraband Device Framework
CTIA supports “a clear process that addresses its members’ longstanding concerns about potential liability for terminating service to devices -- specifically, the potential liability a wireless provider faces if, in good faith, it terminates service to a device that was…
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identified as contraband but turns out not to be,” representatives of CTIA and major carriers told aides to Commissioners Brendan Carr and Geoffrey Starks. They were discussing a proposal by the group on a termination framework for contraband devices in correctional facilities, said a filing posted Friday in docket 13-111. Ensure “(i) the systems used to identify contraband phones are accurate; (ii) the procedures used to direct the disabling of specific phones are reliable; and (iii) the disabling orders that direct wireless providers to stop service to devices are clear,” CTIA said. Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel circulated (see 2105030062) an order and second Further NPRM last month. It would establish “new requirements for wireless providers to disable identified contraband cellphones when requested by a designated correctional facility official.” An FCC spokesperson declined comment.