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State Park Drone Restrictions (FWP Rule 12.8.816)Effective: 10/1/2015

Prohibits launching or operating unmanned aircraft on lands managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks without a special user or commercial permit, or in areas not designated for such use by park managers.

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Last edit: 6/18/2025

Evidence Admissibility for UAS Information (MCA 46-5-109)Effective: 5/7/2013

Information from an unmanned aerial vehicle is not admissible in any prosecution or proceeding unless obtained pursuant to a search warrant or a judicially recognized exception.

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Last edit: 6/18/2025

Obstruction of Aerial Wildfire Suppression Activities (MCA 76-13-214)Effective: 5/3/2023

Prohibits obstructing, impeding, preventing, or otherwise interfering with lawful aerial wildfire suppression efforts by any means, including by the use of an unmanned aerial vehicle; classed as a misdemeanor with fines up to $1,500.

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Last edit: 6/18/2025