An Act relative to unmanned aerial vehicles

This bill amends Massachusetts law to regulate unmanned aerial vehicles (drones). It prohibits weaponizing drones or using them to photograph, videotape, or surveil people in places where they expect privacy without their knowledge and consent, or to surveil critical infrastructure facilities (like power plants, water treatment sites, or refineries) without permission. Violations for weaponizing drones carry penalties of 3-20 years in prison or fines up to $50,000. Using drones for unauthorized surveillance of people or infrastructure can result in up to 2.5 years in jail or fines up to $5,000. The law directly affects drone operators who violate these specific restrictions.