HB 149 Ohio House · 135th Legislature (2023-2024)

Regards use of an uncrewed aerial vehicle for surveillance

This bill establishes rules for law enforcement agencies regarding the use of drones for surveillance. It requires officers to obtain a search warrant before using a drone to look inside a home or property, unless specific exceptions apply, such as border patrol, emergency situations, or traffic enforcement. The legislation also prohibits private individuals from using drones to spy on others without consent and mandates that agencies keep records of all drone flights. Additionally, it clarifies that while flight data is a public record, technical details about the drone's capabilities are protected from being shared during legal proceedings.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2023
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Introduced Apr 4, 2023 Last action Jun 11, 2024
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Apr 4, 2023
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