Montana HB202 revises laws on unlawful use of aircraft for hunting, extending the waiting period after aircraft use, banning unmanned aerial vehicles.

Montana HB202 amends the unlawful use of aircraft for hunting by extending the waiting period after using an aircraft to hunt within 48 hours. It bans the possession of unmanned aerial vehicles while hunting. The bill increases fines and penalties for violations, including fines ranging from $300 to $10,000 and imprisonment up to six months. Convicted individuals also face the forfeiture of hunting, fishing, or trapping licenses and the privilege to hunt, fish, or trap in the state for up to 36 months.

Montana HB202 revises laws on unlawful use of aircraft for hunting, extending the waiting period after aircraft use, banning unmanned aerial vehicles.

Montana HB202 amends the unlawful use of aircraft for hunting by extending the waiting period after using an aircraft to hunt within 48 hours. It bans the possession of unmanned aerial vehicles while hunting. The bill increases fines and penalties for violations, including fines ranging from $300 to $10,000 and imprisonment up to six months. Convicted individuals also face the forfeiture of hunting, fishing, or trapping licenses and the privilege to hunt, fish, or trap in the state for up to 36 months.