Legal
Explore the legal aspects of drone technology. Stay informed on regulations, laws, and legal cases involving drones.
Chula Vista’s Police Drone Program: A Closer Look at the Pros and Cons
In October 2018, the Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) launched the nation’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, deploying drones to respond to 911 calls. Since then, the drones have flown nearly 20,000 missions, providing officers with critical intelligence…
Police Drone Footage Battle: Latino Newspaper Takes on Chula Vista
La Prensa Fights for Public Access to Drone Videos In a groundbreaking legal battle, La Prensa, a Latino newspaper, has successfully challenged the City of Chula Vista’s attempt to withhold police drone footage from public scrutiny. The California Supreme Court’s…
China Sought Drone-Jamming Equipment for Russian Buyers Amid Ukraine War
Procurement Notice Raises Concerns Over China’s Sale of Dual-Use Goods to Moscow A Chinese trade body sought to buy drone-jamming equipment for Russian buyers last month, highlighting the close ties between the two countries. This comes amid concerns in Europe…
Drone Inspections: Homeowners Shocked by Surprise Insurance Cancellations
Longtime policyholders blindsided by unexpected repair demands Homeowners insurance is usually something people renew without much thought. But for some, a sudden letter from their insurer demanding expensive repairs can be a huge shock. According to Boston 25, this is…
Tourist Fined for Flying Drone Near Isle of Man TT Course
A first-time visitor to the Isle of Man TT races got fined £500 ($615) for flying a drone too close to the race course during a qualifying session. Rory Neale, from Nuneaton in Warwickshire, was caught using his drone near…
Chinese Grad Student Charged with Espionage for Drone Photos of US Navy Shipyards
In an unprecedented case, the US Department of Justice has charged a Chinese national, Fengyun Shi, with using a drone to photograph classified nuclear submarine shipyards in Virginia. Wired reports that this marks the first known application of a World…
DJI Releases New Firmware Update for Mini 3 Drone
According to a recent post on the DJI Forum, DJI has released a new firmware update for their popular Mini 3 drone. The update, released on May 28, 2024, brings several improvements and fixes to the aircraft. Firmware Details The…
Eurofighter Damaged by Drone Collision at Bavarian Airport
Eurofighter Hits Drone on Landing A Eurofighter jet collided with a drone while landing at Manching Airport in Bavaria last week. The pilot didn’t notice the collision, but damage was found after landing. The drone incident, which did not compromise…
Poland’s $2.5 Billion ‘Drone Wall’ to Secure Border with Russia and Belarus
Poland’s government, under Prime Minister Donald Tusk, has unveiled an extensive security plan for its eastern border with Russia and Belarus, reportedly involving a $2.5 billion investment into a project known as Shield-East. Fortifying the Eastern Front Defense officials in…
Police Drones Answering 911 Calls: The Future of Law Enforcement?
Drones to Respond to 911 Calls Imagine dialing 911 and seeing a drone at your doorstep instead of a police officer. This futuristic scenario could soon be a reality in parts of Colorado’s Front Range. Several local law enforcement agencies…
Nationwide Drops Long-Time Customers Using Drones and AI
A Decades-Long Relationship Ends Abruptly For 30 years, the Reslers faithfully insured their car and home with Nationwide, paying their premiums on time and rarely making claims. They built their 1,497-square-foot ranch-style home themselves in Colony Lake, Chapel Hill, and…
Man Faces Jail for Flying Drone Over Hangout Fest: Here’s Why It’s Illegal
Arrest at Hangout Fest for Drone Flight A 25-year-old man from Foley, Alabama is facing jail time after flying his drone over Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, violating local laws, reports AL.com. The arrest highlights the legal restrictions on drone…