Louisiana has become the first state to allow law enforcement to intercept and disable drones posing threats to public safety. Gov. Jeff Landry signed the groundbreaking "We Will Act" Act into law on Wednesday, June 18. HB261 by Rep. Jack "Jay" Gallé Jr., R-District 104 (St. Tammany Parish) grants specially trained officers the authority to use both kinetic and non-kinetic methods to neutralize drones operating unlawfully near sensitive areas like schools and public events. "This law puts Louisiana on the front lines of drone defense," Gov. Landry said. "We are taking bold steps now to protect our people and our skies before tragedy strikes."
Basically this means any LEO in the state can shoot down your drone if you go anywhere near a school or a public event (such as a parade) instead of where the real problems might really be at nuclear facilities and prisons. The officer only needs RAS not PC to take action against a drone that could be spying or anything he believes threatens public safety. Another manufactured crisis. "Offenders could face a fine of up to one year in prison and up to a $5,000 fine, according to the governor’s office." I guess they don't believe in remote ID and attempting to detect, identify, and locate the pilot first. Next the state will invest in drone jamming equipment and anti-drone systems that will inevitably be abused. Does this mean the police can use a shotgun to bring down your drone?
The story: Louisiana Becomes First State to Authorize Local Law Enforcement to Neutralize Dangerous Drones
The law: HB261
This video:
Basically this means any LEO in the state can shoot down your drone if you go anywhere near a school or a public event (such as a parade) instead of where the real problems might really be at nuclear facilities and prisons. The officer only needs RAS not PC to take action against a drone that could be spying or anything he believes threatens public safety. Another manufactured crisis. "Offenders could face a fine of up to one year in prison and up to a $5,000 fine, according to the governor’s office." I guess they don't believe in remote ID and attempting to detect, identify, and locate the pilot first. Next the state will invest in drone jamming equipment and anti-drone systems that will inevitably be abused. Does this mean the police can use a shotgun to bring down your drone?
The story: Louisiana Becomes First State to Authorize Local Law Enforcement to Neutralize Dangerous Drones
The law: HB261
This video:
