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CA SB811

Bill

Status

Failed

11/30/2016

Primary Sponsor

Ted Gaines

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly and intentionally operate an unmanned aircraft system (drone) on or above the grounds of a state prison or jail
  • Exempts employees of prisons or jails acting within the scope of employment, persons with prior permission from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation or county sheriff, and entities authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration
  • Defines "unmanned aircraft system" as an unmanned aircraft and associated elements including communication links and control components required for safe operation
  • States that no state reimbursement is required to local agencies because the law creates a new crime within the meaning of state law

Legislative Description

Unmanned aircraft systems: correctional facilities.

Last Action

From committee without further action.

11/30/2016

Committee Referrals

Public Safety1/28/2016
Rules1/4/2016

Full Bill Text

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