[Lowfer] VE7TIL QRT

[Zack Widup]

Things may be different in Canada.  I know in the USA local and state 
governments have no authority to shut down a transmitter operating 
legally.  That is reserved for the FCC.

But the poster who was shut down is in Canada. What are the laws there?

73, Zack W9SZ

On Thu, 18 Oct 2007, don israel wrote:

> Wait a minute, there is a federal law preemting states, counties and 
> municipalities from interfering with radio amateur antennas.  Consult the 
> ARRL or check the web for articles on this.  They have been relieved of 
> jurisdiction by this federal law.
>
> Sounds like your municipality is over-reaching.  Perhaps a federal lawsuit 
> will slap them back into line.
>
> My .02 worth.
>