KB1GEJ wrote in message ...
Hams are allowed to have a mobile radio that can receive police
communications IF that function is secondary to the amateur communication
function. At least that's how I interpret the law. Many dual and
tri-band
fm transceivers have wideband receive as a bonus. A *scanner* might still
get you in trouble.

Hams better make sure there is a copy of their amateur radio license in the
car with them, no matter what kind of radio/scanner they have in their cars.
I don't think a cop can or will care much about the difference between a
mobile amateur 2 meter rig and a scanner.

Jackie