Tom Diehl on 11 Jul 2004 02:04:02 -0000


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[PLUG] Re: VoIP


On Sat, 10 Jul 2004, Paul wrote:

> I didn't know that any old deactivated cell phone could contact 911.  Do 
> absolutely all cell phones do this?  I wish there was a way to test it 
> before an emergency takes place.

I have been told by numerous vendors that it is an fcc requirment that 
911 work even if service is deactivated. In addition Radio Shack used to
(maybe still does not sure) have a program where they would collect deactivated
cell fones and donate them to women's organizations for use by abused women to
be able to call 911.

HTH,

Tom
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