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DE SB41

Bill

Status

Passed

6/30/2015

Primary Sponsor

Bruce Ennis

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Origin

Senate

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds definition of "laser pointer" to Delaware Code Title 2 as any device that amplifies electromagnetic radiation and emits a beam designed to be used as a pointer or highlighter.

  • Creates new offense of aiming a laser pointer beam at an aircraft while it is taking off, in flight, or landing.

  • Establishes the offense as an unclassified misdemeanor with a mandatory fine not to exceed $575 that cannot be suspended.

  • Provides exemptions for research and development, FAA flight testing, Department of Defense/Homeland Security activities, law enforcement, laser tag games, and attempts to signal location or give warning signals.

  • Establishes venue for prosecution in the county where the aircraft took off, where the violation occurred, or where the aircraft landed.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 2 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Uniform State Aeronautics Law.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/30/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety & Homeland Security4/28/2015
Public Safety3/18/2015

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