SB493

Establish the offense of trespass by unmanned aerial vehicle

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Montana SB493 creates the offense of criminal trespass by unmanned aerial vehicle.

Montana SB493 establishes criminal trespass by unmanned aerial vehicle as an offense. A person commits this offense if they knowingly cause an unmanned aerial vehicle to fly 200 feet or lower over another person's property or residence without authorization. Exceptions include operations by government agencies for public safety, peace officers acting in accordance with law, within easements with permission, and utility employees or contractors. A conviction carries a $500 fine. The act is effective upon passage and approval.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

72 Yea

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27 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

Mar 4, 2025

7:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

May 8, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

May 5, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Apr 25, 2025

House

(H) Signed by Speaker