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Is it illegal to use IP relay to make legitimate calls if you are not deaf?
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It is not illegal to use IP Relay to make legitimate calls if you are not d/Deaf. In fact, IP Relay has legitimate uses for hearing people. e.g. If you're from the US and are travelling to Canada and want to call a friend in the USA when the nearest phone is too far, you can with IP Relay.
But please, please, please DO NOT use IP Relay for unethical and illegal purposes.
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