New severe federal penalties for criminal drone misuse and security violations.
This Act introduces new, severe federal penalties for dangerous drone misuse, including arming them, transporting contraband (e.g., into prisons), and interfering with emergency services and military operations. The goal is to enhance public and national security by effectively prosecuting individuals using drones for smuggling, reconnaissance, or creating hazards near airports. For legal operators, this means strict adherence to registration and identification rules is mandatory under threat of high penalties.
Key points
Establishes penalties up to 20 years in prison (or life/death if death results) for weaponizing a drone or using it to cause serious injury or damage critical infrastructure.
Prohibits using drones to transport contraband or introduce prohibited objects into prisons (punishable by up to 10 years in prison).
Criminalizes knowingly removing identification numbers or disabling required anti-collision lighting on drones.
Imposes severe penalties for interfering with law enforcement, emergency response, or military activities using unauthorized drones.
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