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Legal restrictions on signal jammers in Brazilian prisons and controversy over their expanded use

 As technology advances, mobile signal jammers (BSRs) are increasingly used around the world to restrict communications, especially in prisons, to prevent prisoners from continuing to engage in illegal activities through their mobile phones. The Brazilian government has been using signal jammers in prisons for some time, but the proposal to expand their use has sparked legal and security controversy.
  Legal background and current situation
  According to a 2003 Brazilian law, the use of signal jammers is limited to prison facilities to prevent prisoners from contacting the outside world through their mobile phones. https://www.silencejammer.com/mobile-jammer-cell-phone-blocker This measure is intended to curb the continuation of criminal activities, especially those involving drug trafficking, kidnapping and other serious crimes. https://www.silencejammer.com/gps-jammer-blocker-car-signal However, in recent years, with the rapid development of technology, government agencies have proposed expanding the use of jammers to other security departments, including the armed forces, federal police and fire departments. https://www.silencejammer.com/
  However, this proposal has not received widespread support, and technology company Neger Telecom is one of them. https://www.silencejammer.com/wifi-jammer-bluetooth-blocker-device The company published 25 articles in the Public Consultation No. 60 of the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) strongly opposing the expansion of the use of signal jammers, arguing that the equipment should be limited to prisons.
  Neger Telecom's stance
  Eduardo Neger, director of operations at Neger Telecom, stressed that the use of signal jammers should be strictly limited for public safety reasons. He pointed out that existing laws clearly stipulate that it is illegal for any institution or individual, except prisons, to use signal jammers. Neger believes that the misuse of such devices could cause interference with other important communication systems, including air traffic and emergency service calls.
  In addition, Neger also questioned the technical feasibility of expanding the scope of use. He pointed out that many signal jammers are not designed specifically for prisons and may cause unnecessary interference with other communication systems such as Wi-Fi and drones. This would not only endanger public safety, but also affect various communication needs in daily life.