Georgia's Attorney General urges FCC to allow jamming of prison cell phones to curb crime.

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is pressing the FCC to allow jamming of contraband cell phones in prisons, arguing it could curb prison-related crimes. Carr cited a case where a gang member ordered a hit from jail. Despite Carr's request for a waiver and FOIA request for more details, the FCC has denied the state's request due to federal communications laws. Carr contends that cellphone jamming could enhance public safety.

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