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OK SB2043
Bill
Status
2/3/2014
Primary Sponsor
Ralph Shortey
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AI Summary
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Defines "drone" as a powered, unmanned aerial vehicle equipped with a recording device that can fly autonomously or be remotely piloted
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Prohibits law enforcement agencies from using drones to gather evidence in criminal investigations without first obtaining a search warrant, with exceptions for search and rescue operations, locating escaped prisoners, or preventing imminent danger or destruction of evidence
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Makes selling, transporting, manufacturing, possessing, or operating any weaponized drone a felony punishable by a $500-$1,000 fine and 1-5 years imprisonment
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Makes using a drone to photograph, record, or observe someone where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy a misdemeanor offense
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Declares evidence or information obtained in violation of these provisions inadmissible in criminal proceedings, with an effective date of July 1, 2014
Legislative Description
Aircraft; restricting the use of drones. Effective Date. Emergency.
Motor Vehicles and Transportation
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Public Safety Committee then to Appropriations Committee
2/4/2014