OR weaponized-drone ban
Oregon SB 71 — Weaponized Drone and Drone-Surveillance Restrictions
Oregon · Or. Rev. Stat. §§ 837.300–837.380
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- July 29, 2013
- Applies to
- All drone operators in Oregon; Oregon law-enforcement and public agencies
- Enforced by
- Oregon courts; private civil enforcement
Oregon prohibits anyone from operating a weaponized drone, requires law-enforcement drones to be authorized for specific missions, and provides a civil action for property owners whose airspace is repeatedly invaded by drones flying below 400 feet.
Who is protected: Oregon residents on private property; the general public against weaponized drones
Legal detail
Or. Rev. Stat. §§ 837.300–837.380, added by SB 71 of the 2013 Reg. Sess.; civil airspace-trespass action at ORS 837.380.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Oregon |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Strength | Moderate |
| Enacted | July 29, 2013 |
| Citation | Or. Rev. Stat. §§ 837.300–837.380 |
| Private right of action | Yes, individuals can sue |
| Penalties | Class A misdemeanor (weaponized drone); civil damages up to $10,000 plus injunctive relief |
| Topics | consumer data privacy · police and surveillance AI · consumer protection |
| Bill text | Oregon Legislative Information — SB 71 (2013 Regular Session) |
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