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MN SF2037
Bill
Status
2/27/2014
Primary Sponsor
Sean Nienow
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AI Summary
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Prohibits law enforcement agencies from using unmanned aerial cameras (UACs) to gather evidence or information on individuals
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Defines UAC as a powered aerial vehicle with a camera that operates without a human operator, uses aerodynamic forces for lift, and can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely
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Establishes three exceptions allowing UAC use: (1) to counter high-risk terrorist attacks when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security secretary determines credible intelligence supports the threat, (2) with a valid search warrant, or (3) when law enforcement has reasonable suspicion that swift action is needed to prevent imminent danger to life, serious property damage, suspect escape, or evidence destruction
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Allows aggrieved persons to bring civil actions against law enforcement agencies that violate this prohibition
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Makes evidence obtained in violation of this section inadmissible in criminal prosecutions in Minnesota
Legislative Description
Law enforcement searches and seizures drone usage prohibition
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary
2/27/2014