EPISODE · Jan 30, 2026 · 8 MIN
Can a Felon Get a Ham Radio License? The FCC Answer Shocks People
from HamShackTV · host HamShackTV
Can a convicted felon legally get a ham radio license? Most people think they know the answer — but the FCC’s actual rules tell a very different story. In this video, we break down: • What the FCC DOES and does NOT prohibit • Why this myth refuses to die • Where court restrictions actually apply • And why this topic makes so many people uncomfortable ⚠️ This video is general information, not legal advice. Court and probation conditions always apply. 👇 SOUND OFF 👇 Should a felon be allowed to get a ham radio license? Tell me why in the comments. 🎙 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & JOIN THE COMMUNITY! 🛒 Shop My Amazon Link https://geni.us/HSTVAmazon ***Gigaparts*** Radios, Antennas, Coax, Power Supplies, 3D Printers, and More! Go to Gigaparts.com and Earn 2x Rewards point when using discound code HamShackTV at checkout. 📻 Get Your Ham Radio License the Easy Way Ham Radio Prep makes it simple — save 10% with code HamShackTV https://HamRadioPrep.com 🌍 Join World Radio League Track QSOs like a pro — 10% off Paid Memberships with HAMSHACKTV https://app.worldradioleague.com/?via=josh ABR Industries (COAX AND CONNECTORS) https://abrind.com/?sld=hamshacktv Use coupon code hamshacktv10 at checkout for 10% off 👉 Buy your SEEED T1000 here: https://www.seeedstudio.com/SenseCAP-Card-Tracker-T1000-E-for-Meshtastic-p-5913.html 🔌 Digirig Interface Your all-in-one digital rig solution — plug in and get on the air fast: https://digirig.net/p/8/ 🖥️ Intehill Monitors for POTA & More Crystal-clear portable displays perfect for field ops: https://tidd.ly/46n7BSh 🧢 Official HamShackTV Merch From shirts to mugs — support the shack in style: https://hamshacktv.printify.me/ 📡 BetterSafeRadio Gear Save 7% on solid gear for the prepared ham — use code AA4WX7 https://bettersaferadio.com/pro/aa4wx 🌐 Explore Meshtastic Get started with off-grid comms — click here: https://tinyurl.com/yfuanv2e 🚀 Join This Channel for Perks & Exclusive Content Get member-only videos, badges & more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJbVjEmjCQcwcD-Lk91owhw/join 🛍️ Visit the All-New HamShackTV Amazon Store My curated picks in one place: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamshacktv Let’s keep HamShackTV going strong — here’s how you can be a part of it: 💬 Chat with Us on Discord Join the conversation with fellow hams: https://discord.gg/BcqkVCZdZ9 📘 Follow on Facebook Daily posts, updates, and behind-the-scenes: https://facebook.com/HamShackTV 🌐 Visit the website for videos, merch & more: https://HAMSHACKTV.COM ⚠️ FTC Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the shack! Songs that may be used in my videos: Newsmark - 615 Music The Process By LAKEY INSPIRED is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
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Can a convicted felon legally get a ham radio license?Most people think they know the answer — but the FCC’s actual rules tell a very different story.In this video, we break down:• What the FCC DOES and does NOT prohibit• Why this myth refuses to die• Where court restrictions actually apply• And why this topic makes so many people uncomfortable⚠️ This video is general information, not legal advice. Court and probation conditions always apply.👇 SOUND OFF 👇Should a felon be allowed to get a ham radio license?Tell me why in the comments.🎙 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & JOIN THE COMMUNITY!🛒 Shop My Amazon Linkhttps://geni.us/HSTVAmazon***Gigaparts***Radios, Antennas, Coax, Power Supplies, 3D Printers, and More!Go to Gigaparts.com and Earn 2x Rewards point when using discound code HamShackTV at checkout.📻 Get Your Ham Radio License the Easy WayHam Radio Prep makes it simple — save 10% with code HamShackTVhttps://HamRadioPrep.com🌍 Join World Radio LeagueTrack QSOs like a pro — 10% off Paid Memberships with HAMSHACKTVhttps://app.worldradioleague.com/?via=joshABR Industries (COAX AND CONNECTORS)https://abrind.com/?sld=hamshacktvUse coupon code hamshacktv10 at checkout for 10% off👉 Buy your SEEED T1000 here: https://www.seeedstudio.com/SenseCAP-Card-Tracker-T1000-E-for-Meshtastic-p-5913.html🔌 Digirig InterfaceYour all-in-one digital rig solution — plug in and get on the air fast:https://digirig.net/p/8/🖥️ Intehill Monitors for POTA & MoreCrystal-clear portable displays perfect for field ops:https://tidd.ly/46n7BSh🧢 Official HamShackTV MerchFrom shirts to mugs — support the shack in style:https://hamshacktv.printify.me/📡 BetterSafeRadio GearSave 7% on solid gear for the prepared ham — use code AA4WX7https://bettersaferadio.com/pro/aa4wx🌐 Explore MeshtasticGet started with off-grid comms — click here:https://tinyurl.com/yfuanv2e🚀 Join This Channel for Perks & Exclusive ContentGet member-only videos, badges & more:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJbVjEmjCQcwcD-Lk91owhw/join🛍️ Visit the All-New HamShackTV Amazon StoreMy curated picks in one place:https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamshacktvLet’s keep HamShackTV going strong — here’s how you can be a part of it:💬 Chat with Us on DiscordJoin the conversation with fellow hams: https://discord.gg/BcqkVCZdZ9📘 Follow on FacebookDaily posts, updates, and behind-the-scenes: https://facebook.com/HamShackTV🌐 Visit the website for videos, merch & more: https://HAMSHACKTV.COM⚠️ FTC Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the shack!Songs that may be used in my videos:Newsmark - 615 MusicThe Process By LAKEY INSPIRED is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
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