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MN SF1792

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/16/2015

Primary Sponsor

Sean Nienow

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature 2015-2016

AI Summary

  • Prohibits law enforcement agencies from using unmanned aerial cameras (UAC) to gather evidence or information on individuals, with specific exceptions.

  • Permits UAC use only if: a search warrant is obtained; the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary determines credible intelligence of a high-risk terrorist attack; reasonable suspicion exists that swift action is needed to prevent imminent danger to life, serious property damage, suspect escape, or evidence destruction; or to prevent loss of life and property in natural or man-made disasters.

  • Defines unmanned aerial camera as a powered, unmanned aerial vehicle with a camera that uses aerodynamic forces for lift and can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely.

  • Allows aggrieved persons to bring civil actions against law enforcement agencies for violations of the prohibition.

  • Makes evidence obtained in violation of this section inadmissible in criminal prosecutions in Minnesota.

Legislative Description

Unmanned aerial cameras (drones) use by law enforcement agencies to gather evidence prohibition

Last Action

Authors added Tomassoni; Kiffmeyer

3/18/2015

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/16/2015

Full Bill Text

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