Ohio HB597 prohibits operating drones over schools, with exceptions and penalties.

Ohio HB597 amends the state's Revised Code to prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, over schools. Exceptions include those acting under federal, state, or local government direction, those with required FAA authorizations for commercial purposes, those with written consent from school officials, and minors under 14. School officials can confiscate drones as evidence if they witness violations. Violators face misdemeanor charges, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses.

Ohio HB597 prohibits operating drones over schools, with exceptions and penalties.

Ohio HB597 amends the state's Revised Code to prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, over schools. Exceptions include those acting under federal, state, or local government direction, those with required FAA authorizations for commercial purposes, those with written consent from school officials, and minors under 14. School officials can confiscate drones as evidence if they witness violations. Violators face misdemeanor charges, with escalating penalties for repeat offenses.