Can you carry scanner in car?

[UnidenScanner]

Hi, just moved here and wanted to know is it legal to carry a scanner in the car in this state? In NY it was illegal although people do it.

 

[brian]

There are no state regulations that I am aware of that restrict mobile scanners. Some municipalities may have them, but I haven't heard of any in SC. As always, descretion is advised. Don't be obnoxious with your radios or attempt to commit a crime with them and you should be okay.

 

[UnidenScanner]

No, no crime commiter here...just wanted to check. Thanks.

 

[crazzycatman]

I read that "if you are not using a police scanner in the furtherance of a crime then it is legal to use in a vehicle in SC" But dont hold me to it. Chris

 

[CLB]

I read that "if you are not using a police scanner in the furtherance of a crime then it is legal to use in a vehicle in SC" But dont hold me to it. Chris

Yes, that's correct. I checked on this when I was working for ADT. Some states have funny regulations like making you have a alarm systems contractor license to be legal to carry one.

 

[jpm]

i just do it

i myself just do it ya only live once. when i make my travels ur way every year i use the 780xlt for cb radio. and in fla i go mobile license of only my il dl.

 

[LarrySC]

I PGM scanners for Hwy Patrolmen, County Dep's, and others. Some are regular scanner users. There has never been an issue that I knew about. I have two in my F-150 SC on top the dash. I keep them covered when I not in the truck. Larry

 

[rescuecomm]

I have a dual band amatuer radio that has a few 2 meter and 440 freqs in it, but mostly public safety stuff on scan. It is used for scanning more than talking to folks with. I never have heard of anyone having problems in SC with mobile scanners.

Bob

 

[bpalmer]

There is no current law in SC that I am aware of. I also program scanners for law enforcement people. One saving grace for those in some other states like florida is having a ham license which always allow you to have it in your car, under federal laws, if it recieves ham bands. but if you get stopped be sure it is recieving a ham band

 

[KG4FOY]

No anti scanner laws are present in SC