Trespass by drone.
This Wyoming bill creates a new misdemeanor offense for unauthorized drone flights over private property. It prohibits drones from flying below 200 feet over someone's land or home without the owner's permission (or a court order), applying to small drones under 55 pounds. Violators face up to six months in jail, a $750 fine, or both. The law takes effect July 1, 2022, directly affecting property owners and residents concerned about drone privacy.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2022
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 18, 2022
Last action Feb 18, 2022
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Feb 18, 2022
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Albert Sommers
RRepublican
Co
Chip Neiman
RRepublican
Co
Clark Stith
RRepublican
Co
Ogden Driskill
RRepublican
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