Lawsuits, bans, privacy fights, and the case law being written around drones.
In a move to combat the growing issue of contraband being smuggled into prisons via drones, Alabama has enacted a law making it a Class C felony to operate an unmanned aircraft over a prison. This legislation, reportedly sponsored by Rep. Matt Simpson, aims to address the significant increase in such incidents over the past…
Lawsuit Challenges University’s Drone Restrictions The University of Michigan is embroiled in a legal battle over its ability to regulate drone flights over its Ann Arbor campus. The Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators reportedly filed a lawsuit on June 3, claiming the university’s airspace rules violate state and federal laws. This lawsuit highlights the ongoing…
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 refusal to hear the case affirms an appellate court ruling that the city’s blanket refusal…
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 exactly what happened to John D’Entremont, a Malden homeowner. The Unexpected Letter John D’Entremont, who…
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 a campsite in Glen Vine called Ballagarey on Friday, reports the BBC. Breaking the Rules…
The US Department of Justice charged a Chinese national, Fengyun Shi, with using a drone to photograph classified nuclear submarine shipyards
Eurofighter jet collided with drone while landing at Manching Airport in Germany. The pilot didn't notice the collision, but damage was found.
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 are exploring the idea of deploying drones as first responders to 911 calls. Even the…
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