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The classroom is one of the places where you need to jam cell phone signals

The incident involving Dean Liptak, a teacher and past professional wrestler, facing criticism for interfering with cell phone signals in his Fivay High School classroom, represents a miscalculated reaction from both the administrators and, frankly, the government.

It is correct to assert that his actions were technically illegal. The Federal Communications Commission specifies that the use of "cell jammers" or similar devices designed to intentionally block, jam, or interfere with authorized radio communications—such as signal blockers, GPS jammers, and text stoppers—violates federal law. Furthermore, the sale of jammers is prohibited in the United States, although they can be easily sourced from international retailers, as long as the seller does not attract legal scrutiny. Only government employees are allowed to purchase such equipment legally.

Liptak's disciplinary action is notably light, involving a five-day suspension without pay, while a Florida man who had a jammer in his car for months incurred a significant fine of $48,000. Additionally, it has been reported that at least one priest has made use of a jammer after interruptions occurred during sermons and a funeral, supposedly with the approval of law enforcement.

It is acknowledged that the driver, the priest, and the teacher may have acted with questionable judgment, as the jammers impacted more than their limited zones. However, their motivations were rooted in goodwill, and Liptak may have had the most valid reason of all: to compel the youth, whom we regard as our future, to focus their attention.

In the days of the past, classroom distractions were largely restricted to activities like watching the world outside the window, passing notes, or occasionally concealing a comic book. Today, however, students can engage in a vast number of distractions on a single screen. How can a proficient teacher hope to compete with the likes of YouTube, Snapchat, Trivia Crack, or even adult content? Implementing a filter on the school’s Wi-Fi network proves to be of little consequence for students who have access to unlimited data through their parents' plans.

Instead of denouncing Liptak, society should investigate avenues to empower teachers who require assistance. The FCC and Congress ought to consider exceptions to the Communications Act of 1934, which is the framework for many of the limitations on cell jammers. Additionally, businesses should have the opportunity to develop new jamming devices that can be easily regulated.

Prior to making a decision, contemplate whether you were indeed harmed, or if that hour without cell signal was potentially the best part of your day. In addition, if your signal is jammed, it is likely that you cannot make the call at all.