California AB426 prohibits operating drones at emergency scenes to impede emergency responders.

California AB426 adds a section to the Civil Code, prohibiting the operation of drones at emergency scenes to impede firefighters, peace officers, medical personnel, military personnel, or other emergency responders. Violators face a civil penalty of up to $75,000. The Attorney General or local counsel can enforce this law, with the prevailing party able to recover penalties, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. Exemptions apply for those with a Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Operational Waiver.

California AB426 prohibits operating drones at emergency scenes to impede emergency responders.

California AB426 adds a section to the Civil Code, prohibiting the operation of drones at emergency scenes to impede firefighters, peace officers, medical personnel, military personnel, or other emergency responders. Violators face a civil penalty of up to $75,000. The Attorney General or local counsel can enforce this law, with the prevailing party able to recover penalties, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. Exemptions apply for those with a Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Operational Waiver.