If they're registered, that means they were convicted at one time, and probably have some condition of a parole or early release which prohibits contact with youth. I would ask the local police to see if that is the case. If it is, simply record the contacts, and ham radio will be the least of their concerns.
If they were convicted of felonies, it's possible the FCC doesn't know, and would revoke their licenses if notified. 73, Paul, AE4KR ----- Original Message ----- From: Don To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, August 09, 2008 4:58 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Registered Sex Offenders Hello I hope Everyone is doing Well , Some things We do not like talking about Except with our Ham friends Privately and I am sure My Topic is one that may effect all of us But I have a Question and I have got a lot of Opinions , But I Need to know if Anyone Has the Real answer and can Give ,Me the FCC Rule Etc A group of us are aware of a Couple Registered Sex Offenders who are Lic Ham Radio operators, They use some of the Local Repeaters . And have Engages in conversations with Lets say Younger Ham radio Operators, Boy Scouts, little league Etc We would like to Know is there is a FCC Ruling against Them still Holding and using a Valid Amateur Radio Lic I know this question will cause a Frenzy of comments, But I am sure others would like to know to So lets keep the answers and comments Civil. All of also know with the homeland Security some clubs have been given funds for Equipment and Training, I would hate for an Incident Come up because of the above Question, normally in Life changes are not made until something bad happens. PS I have a Repeater on 440 and 220 do I flip the big switch on them I am not judging Innocent or Guilt that will be done in a higher place 73 De Don KA9QJG
