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Requires drone operators to obtain permission from the State Park Superintendent and register prior to flying in any West Virginia state park; map of prohibited areas must be provided.
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Last edit: 6/18/2025
Establishes felony for equipping a UAS with a deadly weapon or operating it to disrupt manned aircraft, with enhanced penalties.
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Last edit: 6/18/2025
Prohibits using an unmanned aircraft system to hunt, take, kill, or trap wildlife, including birds, using drones or other UAS.
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Last edit: 6/18/2025
Makes it unlawful to operate a UAS for unauthorized surveillance, harassment, trespass over targeted facilities, and interference with law enforcement or emergency personnel.
Contributed by: FPV Fish
Last edit: 6/18/2025