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Old 27-03-2008, 18:20   #8
JohnHorb
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Re: Are boxes allowed to be sold?

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Originally Posted by Rob View Post
Only a few days ago it was reported that police working with VM arrested someone who had numerous Set Top Boxes and other stuff ready to illegaly sell. Anyone buying such boxes and attempting to connect them to the service, could technically be aiding and abetting the seller, handling stolen goods, and obtaining services without payment, all of which could have nasty repercussions for a criminal record.
To be fair, the above (according to the Manchester Evening News) referred to Eurovox boxes, rather than 'chipped' VM boxes. Same applies, though, apart from the 'stolen goods' angle.
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