California AB1749 makes it illegal to use drones to interfere with wildfire suppression or emergency responses.

California AB1749 adds a new section to the Civil Code, prohibiting the operation of drones to interfere with wildfire suppression or emergency responses. Violators face civil penalties up to $75,000 per violation, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. The Attorney General or local counsel can bring actions against offenders.

California AB1749 makes it illegal to use drones to interfere with wildfire suppression or emergency responses.

California AB1749 adds a new section to the Civil Code, prohibiting the operation of drones to interfere with wildfire suppression or emergency responses. Violators face civil penalties up to $75,000 per violation, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. The Attorney General or local counsel can bring actions against offenders.