New Zealand to fine sellers of jamming equipment

The New Zealand communication regulator the MED is one of those that recognises the importance of effective, interference-free spectrum.

They have recently announced the imposition of fines of up to $1250 for those who manufacture or sell prohibited radio jamming equipment.

From http://news.business.govt.nz/news/info/rsm/article/9597
Devices intended to "jam", that is harmfully interfere with, radiocommunications are increasingly becoming available.

Recognising the importance of effective, interference-free spectrum for New Zealand's communications infrastructure, particularly where radio-navigation or other safety services are concerned, Radio Spectrum Management has issued a Prohibited Radio Jammer Equipment Notice for radio jammer equipment.

The manufacture or sale of such interfering equipment is not acceptable in New Zealand and an infringement fine of $1,250 may be imposed on any company found to be in breach of the notice.

New Zealand Ministry of Economic Development (MED)
http://www.med.govt.nz/

New Zealand Radio Spectrum Management (RSM)
http://www.rsm.govt.nz/

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