Legal

Lawsuits, bans, privacy fights, and the case law being written around drones.

572

Articles

Beats covered

Reporters on beat

Aug 25

Last updated

Police

DJI Drones in Harry Potter? UK Village Privacy Invasion Revealed

DJI Drones in Castle Combe? Well, in this Cotswolds’ postcard-perfect village, looks like it’s been plucked from Hogsmeade, with its honey-colored

Rafael SuárezJun 2

Chula Vista police drone - FAA approval for Chula Vista Police Department to fly beyond-visual-line-of-sight

Skydio

California Court Orders Chula Vista Police to Release Drone Videos, Setting Precedent for Transparency

A San Diego judge has mandated the release of 25 Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) drone videos from March 2021, ending a four-year legal battle led by La Prensa publisher Art Castañares. This landmark ruling, reported by CBS 8, requires California police departments to disclose certain drone footage, enhancing public oversight of drone programs. Legal…

Haye KestelooMay 29

Police

High-Value Drone Stolen in Denver: Voliro Offers $5,000 Reward for Return

A drone worth between $50,000 and $100,000 was stolen from a client’s home in Denver, prompting Swiss robotics company Voliro to offer a substantial reward for its return. The incident, reported on Saturday morning, has sparked discussions in the drone industry about security measures for high-value equipment used in professional inspections. Incident Details: Theft in…

Haye KestelooMay 29

DJI Audit Delay Risks Crippling U.S. Drone Industry and Public Safety

Ohio

Ohio Lawmakers Push for Drone Defense Act to Protect Homeowners’ Rights

State Representatives Angie King (R-Celina) and Ty Mathews (R-Findley) have introduced a resolution urging Congress to pass the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025, a move aimed at empowering Ohio homeowners to protect their privacy and property from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This legislation responds to growing concerns over drones flying near residential and agricultural…

Haye KestelooMay 28

FAA

Aurora Approves Drone Defense Pact Near Buckley Space Force Base

On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The Sentinel, aims to bolster airspace security by addressing unauthorized unmanned aerial systems (UAS) incursions, a…

Haye KestelooMay 22

Police

Morocco’s DGSN Showcases Advanced Drone Technology at Open Days Event

At the 6th edition of its Open Days event in Rabat, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) unveiled a cutting-edge drone pavilion, highlighting the transformative role of unmanned aerial systems in modern security operations. According to Morocco World News, this display underscores the DGSN’s commitment to leveraging drone technology for enhanced surveillance, crowd control,…

Haye KestelooMay 20

DJI

How to Deal with a Client that Knows NOTHING About DJI Drones and Transform Their Vision into Reality

In a lot of cases, I encounter myself with marketing managers and social media managers that ask: "Did you bring your DJI drones with you?"

Rafael SuárezMay 15

Search & Rescue

National Drone Training Event in Ogden Advances Public Safety Tactics

In Ogden, Utah, over 260 public safety professionals from across the U.S. convened for a weeklong drone training event starting May 5, 2025, hosted by the Weber County Sheriff’s Office and the Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA), reports the Standard-Examiner. This initiative underscores the growing role of drones in enhancing search and rescue, disaster response,…

Haye KestelooMay 11

Legal

The drone industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.