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Establishes the "protect our privacy (POP) act" to impose limitations on the use of drones for law enforcement purposes; prohibits the use of drones by law enforcement at concerts, protests, demonstrations, or other actions protected by the first amendment.
The POP Act limits law enforcement's use of drones at First Amendment-protected events in New York. Exceptions and penalties are not confirmed in the bill description.
If you operate drones for law enforcement, you must avoid use at First Amendment events.
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What This Means
The Protect Our Privacy (POP) Act, introduced in New York, restricts law enforcement from using drones at events like concerts and protests protected by the First Amendment.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits the use of drones by law enforcement at concerts, protests, demonstrations, or other First Amendment-protected actions.
- Exceptions and penalties are not confirmed in the bill description.
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| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| HOYLMAN | Primary |
| Jamaal Bailey D | Primary |
| Jessica Ramos D | Primary |
| LIU | Primary |
| RIVERA | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Deadline: Immediately upon enactment
Penalty: Evidence obtained may be suppressed in court
Who: Government agencies and private entities holding such data
Deadline: Within one year of collection
Penalty: Potential civil action for violations
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