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Introduced
01/11/2017
01/11/2017
In Committee
01/03/2018
01/03/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to unlawful use of a drone The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York penal law to criminalize the unlawful use of drones, which are defined as unmanned aircraft operated remotely. The key provisions include prohibiting the operation of drones above 400 feet, weighing more than 10 pounds, without a visual line of sight, within restricted airspaces like correctional facilities and airports, in a reckless manner, with the intent to harass or annoy individuals, or on private property without the owner's consent. Violations of these restrictions are classified as a violation under the new law, which will take effect on November 1st.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES (on 01/03/2018)
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