Section 44-1. Definitions.
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PORTABLE RECEIVER - Shall mean a radio receiver set of such size as to be easily and conveniently carried by hand or in a vehicle from one (1) location to another, regardless of the type of power supply, and which can be quickly used while being carried by a person either on foot or in a vehicle.
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Section 44-2. Radio receiving sets.
A. No person shall use a portable receiver for the purpose of receiving signals on police or fire frequencies.
B. No person shall equip any motor vehicle with a radio receiving set capable of receiving signals on the frequencies allocated for police or fire use or knowingly use a motor vehicle so equipped or knowingly in any way interfere with the reception or transmission of radio messages by the Police or Fire Department.
C. The Chief of Police is hereby authorized to issue, regulate or revoke permits for the use of such receiving sets to persons or corporations engaged in official business.
D. The provisions of this section shall not apply to peace officers, authorized technicians of the Police and Fire Departments or persons holding a permit from the Chief of Police.
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