Decoder with Nilay Patel Underunderstood: Why is This Sheriff Arresting Fire TV Sellers?
Mar 4, 2021
Adrienne Jeffries, Billy Disney, and Regina DeLay, co-hosts of the Under Understood podcast, tackle the bizarre case of an 88-year-old charged for selling jailbroken Fire TV sticks at a Florida flea market. They delve into the comedic elements of a sheriff's lighthearted press conference, the convoluted legality of jailbroken devices, and the implications of copyright law today. The trio also critiques the sheriff's motives and highlights how his actions reflect broader socio-economic concerns, blending humor and insight on tech's intersection with law.
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Sheriff's Christmas Cheer
- Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd held a press conference about "Christmas cheer" for lawbreakers.
- The "cheer" involved arresting people selling jailbroken Fire TV Sticks at a flea market.
Judd's Claims on Fire Sticks
- Judd claimed selling jailbroken Fire Sticks is a felony, and using them is a misdemeanor.
- He asserted these devices let people avoid paying communication service fees, equating it to getting free TV.
The "Criminals"
- A 59-year-old woman learned to jailbreak Fire Sticks after being overcharged for repairs.
- A 71-year-old woman offered jailbreaking services for $50 and recommended using a VPN.