The FCC has levied a $2.39 million fine against Fabrice Polynice, citing the illegal operation of his pirate station “Radio Touche Douce” on 90.1 MHz in North Miami.
The commission alleges that the station operated from February 5 to March 5, 2023.
“Operating an unauthorized, or pirate, radio station is illegal under the Communications Act and undermines our mission to manage the radio spectrum,” the FCC stated. “Such illegal operations pose a danger to the public because they interfere with licensed stations that deliver critical information, including Emergency Alert System messages.”…