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                                   Before the

                       Federal Communications Commission

                             Washington, D.C. 20554


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     In the Matter of             )                               
                                      File Number: EB-06-PA-166   
     Michael Stone Campbell       )                               
                                      NAL/Acct. No: 200832400001  
     a/k/a Monroe Campbell        )                               
                                      FRN: 0016 9778 45           
     Philadelphia, Pennsylvania   )                               
                                                                  
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                                 CORRECTED COPY

                  NOTICE OF APPARENT LIABILITY FOR FORFEITURE

                                                    Released: October 2, 2007

   By the District Director, Philadelphia Office, Northeast Region,
   Enforcement Bureau:

   I. INTRODUCTION

    1. In this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture ("NAL"), we find
       that Michael Stone Campbell  a/k/a Monroe Campbell ("Campbell")
       apparently willfully and repeatedly violated Section 301 of the
       Communications Act of 1934, as amended ("Act"), by operating an
       unlicensed radio transmitter on the frequency 97.7 MHz in
       Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  We conclude, pursuant to Section 503(b)
       of the Act, that Campbell is apparently liable for a forfeiture in the
       amount of ten  thousand dollars ($10,000). 

   II. BACKGROUND

    2. On September 5, 2006, the FCC Philadelphia Office received information
       that Campbell allegedly was operating an unlicensed radio station on
       the frequency 97.7 MHz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. On September 6,
       2006, an agent searched Commission databases and found no evidence of
       a Commission authorization for the operation of a radio station on
       97.7 MHz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

    3. On October 5, 2006, FCC agents from the Philadelphia Office, using a
       mobile direction-finding vehicle, monitored the frequency 97.7 MHz in
       Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and determined that the signals were
       emanating from a residential building at 14 South Yewdall Street,
       Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  The agents took field strength
       measurements and determined that the signals being broadcast exceeded
       the limits for operation under Part 15 of the Commission's Rules
       ("Rules") and therefore, required a license. The FCC agents heard the
       station identified as "WSKR 97.7 FM" and commercials were broadcast 
       for "Stone Michael Production Premiere and Hip Hop Countdown." The
       agents observed that an FM transmitting antenna structure was mounted
       on the rooftop of the residence.

    4. On October 5, 2006,  the FCC agents knocked on the door at 14 South
       Yewdall Street in an attempt to inspect the station and interview the
       station operator. The person who answered the door identified himself
       as Michael Stone Campbell. Campbell acknowledged that he was operating
       the station on 97.7 MHz and claimed that he was using a Part 15 radio
       transmitter that does not require a license.  The agents requested
       permission to inspect the radio station but Campbell refused.  When
       agents directed Campbell to cease operating the station, Campbell
       claimed that he did not have the authority to stop operating the
       station. Campbell claimed that only Magic World Communication Group
       had authorization to turn off the transmitter. Prior to leaving 14
       South Yewdall Street, the agents issued Campbell a hand-delivered 
       "Notice of Unlicensed Radio Operation" warning him that his operation
       of a radio station without a license  violates Section 301 of the Act
       and that his refusal to allow an inspection of his radio station
       equipment, violates  Section 303 of the Act. Campbell refused to sign
       the notice as acknowledgement of receipt. After leaving 14 South
       Yewdall Street, the agents continued to monitor the station's
       transmissions and observed that the station never ceased operating.

    5. Agents subsequently determined that the man who identified himself at
       door of 14 South Yewdall Street on October 5, 2006 as Michael Stone
       Campbell also is known as Monroe Campbell and is the owner of the
       property at 14 South Yewdall Street in Philadelphia, PA. Agents
       further determined that Monroe Campbell is the Chief Executive Officer
       of Magic World Communication Group.

    6. On October 12, 2006, FCC agents, using a mobile direction-finding
       vehicle, monitored the frequency 97.7 MHz in Philadelphia,
       Pennsylvania. The agents again observed a radio station broadcasting
       on 97.7 MHz and determined that the station was operating from 14
       South Yewdall Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The agents also
       observed an FM transmitting antenna structure mounted on the rooftop
       that appeared identical to the one they observed on October 5, 2006.

    7. On October 26, 2006, the Philadelphia Office sent, via regular mail
       and certified mail, return receipt requested, two copies of a Notice
       of Unlicensed Operation ("NOUO") addressed to Campbell. One copy was
       sent to 14 South Yewdall Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19139 and
       one copy was sent to Magic World Communication Group's registered
       address at 5243 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134. The
       NOUO warned Campbell that operation of the unlicensed radio station on
       97.7 MHz violated Section 301 of the Act and outlined the potential
       penalties for such a violation, including seizure of the equipment,
       fines and imprisonment. The NOUO also directed Campbell to terminate
       operation of the unlicensed station immediately and provided Campbell
       ten days to reply. Campbell did not reply. Both copies of the NOUO
       that were sent via certified mail were later returned to the
       Philadelphia Office by the U.S. Postal Service as "unclaimed." The
       copies of the NOUO sent via regular mail were not returned to the
       Philadelphia Office.

    8. On. December 21, 2006, Commission agents, using a mobile
       direction-finding vehicle, monitored the frequency 97.7 MHz in
       Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The agents again observed a radio station
       broadcasting on 97.7 MHz and determined that the station was operating
       from 14 South Yewdall Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  Agents also
       observed that the station identified itself as "WSKR 97.7 FM." The
       agents subsequently took field strength measurements and determined
       that the signals being broadcast exceeded the limits for operation
       under Part 15 of the Rules and therefore required a license. The
       agents also observed an FM transmitting antenna structure mounted on
       the residence rooftop that appeared identical to the one agents
       observed on October 5, 2006, and October 12, 2006. An agent searched
       Commission databases and found no evidence of a Commission
       authorization for this operation on 97.7 MHz in Philadelphia,
       Pennsylvania.

   III. DISCUSSION

    9. Section 503(b) of the Act provides that any person who willfully or
       repeatedly fails to comply substantially with the terms and conditions
       of any license, or willfully or repeatedly fails to comply with any of
       the provisions of the Act or of any rule, regulation or order issued
       by the Commission thereunder, shall be liable for a forfeiture
       penalty. The term "willful" as used in Section 503(b) of the Act has
       been interpreted to mean simply that the acts or omissions are
       committed knowingly. The term "repeated" means the commission or
       omission of such act more than once or for more than one day. 

   10. Section 301 of the Act states that no person shall use or operate any
       apparatus for the transmission of energy or communications or signals
       by radio within the United States except under and in accordance with
       the Act and with a license granted under the provisions of the Act. On
       October 5, 2006, agents found that Campbell operated a radio station
       without authorization on 97.7 MHz from his property at 14 South
       Yewdall Street in Philadelphia, PA. When agents attempted to conduct
       an inspection of the station on October 5, 2006, Campbell refused to
       allow an inspection, but admitted to operating the station on 97.7
       MHz. Notwithstanding oral and written warnings, agents found that
       Campbell continued to operate the station without authorization on 
       October 12, 2006, and December 21, 2006 at 14 South Yewdall Street.
       Because Campbell continued to operate the station even after receiving
       numerous warnings that such operation was unauthorized, we find that
       the violation was willful. The violation occurred on more than one
       day, therefore it is repeated."

   11. Based on the evidence before us, we find that Campbell willfully and
       repeatedly violated Section 301 of the Act by operating radio
       transmission equipment on 97.7 MHz in Philadelphia,  Pennsylvania, on
       October 5, 2006, October 12, 2006 and  December 21, 2006, without a
       Commission authorization.

   12. Pursuant to The Commission's Forfeiture Policy Statement and Amendment
       of Section 1.80 of the Rules to Incorporate the Forfeiture Guidelines
       ("Forfeiture Policy Statement"), and Section 1.80 of the Rules, the
       base forfeiture amount for operation without an instrument of
       authorization is $10,000. In assessing the monetary forfeiture amount,
       we must also take into account the statutory factors set forth in
       Section 503(b)(2)(D) of the Act, which include the nature,
       circumstances, extent, and gravity of the violations, and with respect
       to the violator, the degree of culpability, and history of prior
       offenses, ability to pay, and other such matters as justice may
       require. Applying the Forfeiture Policy Statement, Section 1.80, and
       the statutory factors, a $10,000 forfeiture is warranted.

   IV. ORDERING CLAUSES

   13. Accordingly, IT IS ORDERED that, pursuant to Section 503(b) of the
       Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and Sections 0.111, 0.311 and
       1.80 of the Commission's Rules, Michael Stone Campbell  a/k/a Monroe
       Campbell is hereby NOTIFIED of this APPARENT LIABILITY FOR A
       FORFEITURE in the amount of  ten thousand dollars ($10,000) for
       violation of Section 301 of the Act.

   14. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED  that, pursuant to Section 1.80 of the
       Commission's Rules, within thirty (30) days of the release date of
       this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture, Michael Stone
       Campbell  SHALL PAY the full amount of the proposed forfeiture or
       SHALL FILE a written statement seeking reduction or cancellation of
       the proposed forfeiture.

   15. Payment of the forfeiture must be made by check or similar instrument,
       payable to the order of the Federal Communications Commission.  The
       payment must include the NAL/Acct. No. and FRN No. referenced above. 
       Payment by  check or money order may be mailed to Federal
       Communications Commission, P.O. Box  358340,  Pittsburgh, PA
       15251-8340.  Payment by overnight mail may be sent to  Mellon Bank 
       /LB  358340,  500 Ross Street, Room 1540670, Pittsburgh, PA 15251. 
       Payment by wire transfer may be made to ABA Number  043000261,
       receiving bank  Mellon Bank, and account number  911-6106.

   16. The response, if any, must be mailed to Federal Communications
       Commission, Enforcement Bureau, Northeast  Region, Philadelphia
       Office, One Oxford Valley Building, Suite 404, 2300 E. Lincoln
       Highway, Langhorne, Pennsylvania 19047,  within thirty (30) days from
       the release date of this Notice of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture
       and must include the NAL/Acct. No. referenced in the caption.

   17. The Commission will not consider reducing or canceling a forfeiture in
       response to a claim of inability to pay unless the petitioner submits:
       (1) federal tax returns for the most recent three-year period; (2)
       financial statements prepared according to generally accepted
       accounting practices ("GAAP"); or (3) some other reliable and
       objective documentation that accurately reflects the petitioner's
       current financial status. Any claim of inability to pay must
       specifically identify the basis for the claim by reference to the
       financial documentation submitted.

   18. Requests for payment of the full amount of this Notice of Apparent
       Liability for Forfeiture under an installment plan should be sent to:
       Associate Managing Director, Financial Operations, 1A625, 445 12th
       Street, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20554.

   19. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED  that a copy of this Notice of Apparent
       Liability for Forfeiture shall be sent by Certified Mail, Return
       Receipt Requested, and regular mail, to Michael Stone Campbell at his
       address of record.

   FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

   Gene J Stanbro

   District Director

   Philadelphia  Office

   Northeast  Region

   Enforcement Bureau

   47 U.S.C. S: 301.

   We note that, on November 12, 1997, agents from the Philadelphia Office,
   along with U.S. Marshalls, executed a warrant of arrest and seized radio
   equipment used by unlicensed radio station "WSKR" that was operated by
   Michael Stone on 97.7 MHz in Philadelphia, PA. According to a Public
   Notice issued by the FCC on November 18, 1997, "FCC personnel had
   inspected the station before seizing the equipment and warned Mr. Stone
   that the station's operations were illegal and he should stop operating."
   See Public Notice, "FCC Closes Down Unlicensed Radio Operator," released
   November 18, 1997.

   47 U.S.C. S: 503(b).

   Section 15.239 of the Rules provides that non-licensed broadcasting in the
   88-108 MHz band is permitted only if the field strength of the
   transmission does not exceed 250 mV/m at three meters. 47 C.F.R. S:
   15.239. Measurements showed that the field strength of the station's
   signal exceeded the permissible level for a non-licensed Part 15
   transmitter.

   Campbell also claimed that he had filed a license application with the FCC
   to operate a 100 watt station. The agents confirmed with the FCC's Media
   Bureau that Campbell did not have a license application pending with the
   Commission.

   Section 312(f)(1) of the Act, 47 U.S.C. S: 312(f)(1), which applies to
   violations for which forfeitures are assessed under Section 503(b) of the
   Act, provides that "[t]he term 'willful', when used with reference to the
   commission or omission of any act, means the conscious and deliberate
   commission or omission of such act, irrespective of any intent to violate
   any provision of this Act or any rule or regulation of the Commission
   authorized by this Act...." See Southern California Broadcasting Co., 6
   FCC Rcd 4387 (1991).

   Section 312(f)(2) of the Act, 47 U.S.C. S: 312(f)(2), which also applies
   to violations for which forfeitures are assessed under Section 503(b) of
   the Act, provides that "[t]he term 'repeated', when used with reference to
   the commission or omission of any act, means the commission or omission of
   such act more than once or, if such commission or omission is continuous,
   for more than one day."

   We note that, even if Magic World Communications Group owns the
   transmission equipment, Campbell still is liable for operation on his
   property because he provided the services and facilities incidental to
   operation of an unlicensed station after numerous warnings. Section 3(33)
   of the Act defines "communications by radio" as "the transmission by radio
   of writing, signs, signals, pictures, and sounds of all kinds, including
   all instrumentalities, facilities, apparatus, and services (among other
   thing the receipt, forwarding, and delivery of communications) incidental
   to such transmission (emphasis added)." See Joni E. Craig, 21 FCC Rcd
   10793 (2006) (finding that Craig violated Section 301 of the Act, for,
   inter alia, providing the services and facilities incidental to the
   transmission of communications by radio occurring on an unlicensed radio
   station in San Diego, California ).

   12 FCC Rcd 17087 (1997), recon. denied, 15 FCC Rcd 303 (1999); 47 C.F.R.
   S:1.80.

   47 U.S.C. S: 503(b)(2)(D).

   47 C.F.R. S:S: 0.111, and 0.311.

   See 47 C.F.R. S: 1.1914.

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