MPD Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program (General Order 803.09)
Washington, DC (Metropolitan Police Department) — MPD Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program (General Order 803.09)
Washington, DC (Metropolitan Police Department) · MPD Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program (General Order 803.09)
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- June 1, 2024
- Applies to
- Washington, DC (Metropolitan Police Department)
The DC Metropolitan Police Department launched its UAS program in June 2024 under General Order 803.09, prohibiting facial recognition and weaponization and barring targeting based on protected characteristics.
Who is protected: People subject to this body's AI/surveillance systems.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Washington, DC (Metropolitan Police Department) |
|---|---|
| Level | City / local |
| Strength | Limited |
| Citation | MPD Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program (General Order 803.09) |
| Topics | police and surveillance AI · facial recognition · consumer data privacy · government use of AI · AI disclosure and transparency |
| Agency page | Drones and Unmanned Aircraft Systems | mpdc |
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