ID H0499

Prohibits operating unmanned aircraft systems (drones) within 2 nautical miles of Idaho Department of Correction facilities where prisoners are held

Authorizes the Department of Correction and law enforcement to take mitigation measures including jamming, hacking, or physical capture against drones operating in a "nefarious manner" (spying, smuggling contraband, facilitating criminal activity, or threatening security)

Establishes criminal penalties of $2,000 to $5,000 in fines and/or up to 1 year imprisonment for unlawful drone use near correctional facilities, plus mandatory forfeiture of the drone

Eliminates lack of knowledge as a defense and places responsibility on drone operators to know airspace restrictions; Department of Correction must post "Drone No Fly Zone" signage on roads near facilities

Takes effect July 1, 2026 under an emergency declaration