S.4145

Creates fourth degree crime of operating drone equipped with weapon.

Introduced·5/11/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4145 criminalizes operating a drone equipped with a weapon as a fourth degree crime.

New Jersey S4145 makes it a fourth degree crime to operate a civilian unmanned aircraft system, commonly known as a drone, equipped with an anti-personnel device. This includes firearms, prohibited weapons, or other projectiles designed to harm humans. A fourth degree crime carries penalties of up to 18 months in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

May 11

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee