CTIA Urges Cooperative Approach on Contraband Cellphones
CTIA told the FCC that advances in contraband interdiction systems (CIS), designed to curb the use of illegal cellphones in prisons, will work best if developed through a shared approach. The FCC approved rules and a Further NPRM on contraband…
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devices in March (see 1703230056). CTIA filed reply comments Friday in docket 13-111. “Additional efforts to advance CIS solutions demand a collaborative approach,” CTIA said. “Several commenters provide meaningful input on the development of a reasonable and lawful policy framework for Cell Detections Systems (CDS) solutions. That framework should establish a cooperative process for wireless carriers, correctional facilities, and CIS providers to advance a meaningful, reasonable, and technology-neutral CDS solution.” CTIA called on the FCC to develop clear definitions of CIS eligibility, qualified requests and parties authorized to make requests.