Anxious man uses cell phone jammer to block conversation on bus

This small box may resemble a walkie-talkie, yet its power is significantly underestimated. When a cell phone jammer is in use, it can effectively block cellular service within its range. The operation of a cell phone jammer is not only a violation of federal law but can also result in a fine of $16,000 and a term of imprisonment.

Despite this, Eric, a resident of Philadelphia, was not dissuaded, as he had reached his limit with the ongoing conversations of cell phone users on SEPTA's 44 bus. When he seeks silence from the dialogue, he employs a jammer, as stated by NBC 10 in Philadelphia.

Eric conveyed to NBC 10 that a significant number of individuals are very noisy and show little regard for privacy. When he feels that their actions are disturbing him, he secures the antenna and turns on the switch.

Eric maintains that he was not informed of the legal implications of blocking cell phone signals, viewing it as a "gray area." He indicated that he believed the law only pertained to the obstruction of TV or radio signals.

However, he does not sincerely feel regret for his behavior.

He remarked to NBC 10, "I consider my relationship with law enforcement to be personal, and frankly, I take pride in that."

In this case, the jammers are considered unlawful because they impede cell phone communications during emergencies and also interfere with essential signals, including police radio communications and other two-way radio systems.

Following the revelation of the device's illegality, Eric indicated that he intends to discard the signal jammers he purchased, which ABC News approximated to be worth $300.

The larger problem, however, is that Eric is not the only one undertaking this jamming practice.

As reported by Forbes, others in the New Jersey and New York vicinity are engaging with these devices as well. Eric's account could potentially remind them of the unlawful nature of using such high-powered devices.