Iowa SF2283 regulates the use of unmanned aerial vehicles by law enforcement for traffic enforcement.

Iowa SF2283 establishes rules for law enforcement use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for traffic enforcement. Certified law enforcement officers can use UAVs to assist in apprehending drivers attempting to elude pursuing law enforcement vehicles. Information obtained by certified officers using UAVs in compliance with the bill is admissible in criminal prosecutions. UAV operators must be certified and registered with the Federal Aviation Administration, and must avoid controlled airspace and runway flight paths. Noncompliance can result in liability for damages.

Iowa SF2283 regulates the use of unmanned aerial vehicles by law enforcement for traffic enforcement.

Iowa SF2283 establishes rules for law enforcement use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for traffic enforcement. Certified law enforcement officers can use UAVs to assist in apprehending drivers attempting to elude pursuing law enforcement vehicles. Information obtained by certified officers using UAVs in compliance with the bill is admissible in criminal prosecutions. UAV operators must be certified and registered with the Federal Aviation Administration, and must avoid controlled airspace and runway flight paths. Noncompliance can result in liability for damages.