West Virginia HB5225 prohibits operating unmanned aerial vehicles over polling places on election day.
West Virginia HB5225 amends the state code to prohibit operating unmanned aerial vehicles over polling places or within 100 feet of the entrance on election day. Violators face misdemeanor charges, including fines and jail time. The bill also outlines other scenarios where operating unmanned aerial vehicles is illegal, such as capturing private images without consent or harassing individuals. Exceptions include news organizations and law enforcement agencies operating within legal parameters.
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