Safe mobile: The vehicle that gives warnings on the stolen phone starts working

Stolen mobile phones that send notification to the vehicle, last Friday (4) began to work. The appeal is part of the insurance cellular program initiated by the Ministry of Justice and Public Security in December 2023.

When activated, It sends a message via vehicles, applications and SMS and to the devices that are stolen or stolen directlyAsk for the device to overthrow a nearby police station.

Functionality has been developed jointly with the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) and telephone operators operating in Brazil. The offer is to provide another alternative to fight the illegal smartphone market.

Who does not return a stolen cell phone It can be framed by qualified reception – Crime involving theft or theft objects from acquiring, receiving, hiding or transporting. The penalty may change in prison for 3 to 8 years.

How does a safe phone work?

The safe cellular program was launched in December 2023 and allows the saving of phone numbers, so that the device is locked remotely in case of theft or theft. . Service is available in both web and Android and iOS versions.

In the web version, it is possible to give warnings for stolen devices and consult whether a mobile phone has restrictions on the IMEI registration number – to control the origin of newly purchased devices.

The platform also allows you to add reliable people, that is, authorized people to block your mobile phone if necessary.

How to save mobile phone safe mobile devices

Follow the steps below to save your device on safe mobile devices:

1. Visit the official website of the secure cellular program;
2. Login with your gov.br account, give the desired permissions and accept the terms of use;
3. Click “Telephone Registration”;
4. Fill the desired data (the number, operator and sign of the device);
5. Add a reliable person if desired.

After registration, it will be possible to give a warning to prevent the device directly on the platform at any time.

Is it a crime to buy a stolen cell phone?

Federal government proposed Expand qualified reception crime penalties. An ongoing project will be sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in prison, and the maximum penalty can reach 12 years.

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