Hello,
I’m a new 2 way radio owner, I am pursuing my license next week.
I came her originally to find out if I can listen to my radio w/o breaking FCC rules or any laws. I still haven’t found out yet. Please help
I may stay for the wealth of community. I look forward to learning w/ you folks.
Hi, welcome to the forums!
There is no license needed to listen only.
Whether or not you need a license to transmit depends on the type of radio you are using and the radio service.
If it is an FRS/GMRS radio you only need a license to transmit on the GMRS frequencies or the shared FRS/GMRS frequencies above 500 mW (.5 Watt).
A MURS radio does not require application for a license either. A business or amateur radio does require a license to transmit.
You didn’t mention the specific radio or license, hence the clarification.
welcome to the forum.