US EditionFlorida bill would let homeowners use ‘reasonable force’ against drones
- A Florida bill, SB1422, allows property owners to use 'reasonable force' against drones flying within 500 feet of their property.
- The bill aims to expand no-fly zones to include airports and prisons, while residents can only use reasonable force if they have a reasonable expectation of privacy.
- Florida state Senator Jason Pizzo emphasized the risks of shooting down drones, stressing it may lead to significant penalties under federal law.
- If approved, the bill SB1422 could take effect as early as October 2025, though 'reasonable force' has not been explicitly defined.
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Florida could soon let homeowners shoot down drones over their property
Bill SB1422, which is currently making its way through the Florida Senate, seeks to expand the definition of no-fly-zone restrictions on unmanned aircraft systems. These areas currently cover the likes of prisons and airports, but the bill seeks to add residential homes.Read Entire Article
Florida bill would let homeowners use ‘reasonable force’ against drones
Video above: DeSantis decries Florida House Republicans amid budget battle Florida lawmakers are considering a bill that would permit homeowners to use “reasonable force” against drones — likely sparked by last year’s uptick in sightings of mysterious unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The measure, sponsored by state Sen. Keith L. Truenow (R) last month, was placed […]
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